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EN08 BBV

2008 Suzuki Gsf

Grey Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,695 mi
Last recorded44,695 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf16,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 BBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 44,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 43,924 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 40,438 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 39,324 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 38,010 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 38,010 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 35,397 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 34,865 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 34,865 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 31,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 29,681 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2017 29,681 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2016 28,020 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 26,170 miles

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

front fork dust seals split

Pass 14 Jan 2014 24,384 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 23,391 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 21,255 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2012 21,250 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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EN08 BBV is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf in Grey with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,564 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN08 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EN08 BBV registered?

EN08 BBV is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is EN08 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 BBV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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