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FL08 VFU

2008 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Orange Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,966 mi
Last recorded44,966 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z9,502 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 VFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 44,966 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2017 36,048 miles

1. Front and rear brake discs becoming pitted.

2. Front brake discs becoming distorted.

Fail 8 May 2017 35,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2016 22,894 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 22,556 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 19,832 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 131,689 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 10,044 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,360 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R-Z?

Based on 7,377 MOT tests across 570 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
912
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
570
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 101
wheel bearings have excessive free play 45
Headlamp aim too low 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
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FL08 VFU is a 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Orange with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.3% with a typical mileage of 9,502 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 GSX1300R-Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL08 VFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R-Z typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R-Z is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FL08 VFU registered?

FL08 VFU is a 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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