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CE08 XCH

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,051 mi
Last recorded35,051 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 May 2024 35,051 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 35,032 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 34,903 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 34,523 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 32,826 miles

Central Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Central Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 31,562 miles

Central Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 29,947 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 28,188 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,581 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 23,046 miles

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,095 miles

Front Brake Starting To Bind

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake Starting To Bind

Pass 25 Mar 2011 14,242 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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CE08 XCH is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 XCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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CE08 XCH is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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