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FE08 XJY

2008 Suzuki GSR600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

48,158 mi
Last recorded48,158 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSR60012,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 XJY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSR600
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 48,158 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 46,210 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 44,025 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 43,847 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 43,035 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 43,035 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect seized (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 33,906 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2018 33,849 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 31,140 miles

rear tyre has small nail in centre not leaking

Fail 8 Jun 2017 31,133 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear tyre has small nail in centre not leaking

Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,277 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,702 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2015 21,453 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre worn low in center

Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,069 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 10,576 miles

rear tyre worn in center

Fail 14 May 2013 10,576 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre worn in center

Pass 8 Jun 2012 5,247 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 1,627 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSR600?

Based on 2,389 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Headlamp aim too low 6
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 5
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FE08 XJY is a 2008 Suzuki GSR600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 12,308 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 GSR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE08 XJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE08 XJY?

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What year was FE08 XJY registered?

FE08 XJY is a 2008 Suzuki GSR600, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is FE08 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 XJY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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