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DE08 YKL

2008 Suzuki GSX650

Blue Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,890 mi
Last recorded29,890 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX65015,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 YKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 29,890 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 29,388 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 28,713 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 27,479 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 25,325 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 25,325 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake hydraulic hose incorrectly routed

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 24,453 miles

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

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

chainguard rear mounting held with a zip tie chainguard is still secure

Pass 21 Mar 2020 22,991 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 22,334 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2015

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

bar end loose

Pass 10 May 2013 19,185 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 17,007 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,305 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX650?

Based on 1,622 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
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DE08 YKL is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650 in Blue with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 15,602 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 GSX650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE08 YKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE08 YKL registered?

DE08 YKL is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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