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EJ08 URU

2008 Suzuki Gsx

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,022 mi
Last recorded54,022 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx14,605 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 URU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 54,022 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 53,643 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 43,657 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jun 2024 43,540 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 29,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 39,796 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 16,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 9,699 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 8,888 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 5,916 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 1,000 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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EJ08 URU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 14,605 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ08 URU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EJ08 URU registered?

EJ08 URU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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