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CE08 XBS

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,735 mi
Last recorded45,735 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK814,369 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XBS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 45,735 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 27,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 24,507 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 22,201 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2023 22,201 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2022 18,380 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2021 15,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 May 2021 15,094 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2020 10,628 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 10,628 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 10,064 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 9,415 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,402 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 8,914 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,016 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 5,848 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 4,860 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 3,718 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 2,989 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8?

Based on 4,731 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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CE08 XBS is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,369 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 XBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE08 XBS registered?

CE08 XBS is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is CE08 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XBS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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