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FV08 LVJ

2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,734 mi
Last recorded18,734 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K812,937 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 LVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 18,734 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 18,734 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2022 18,106 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 17,882 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 17,459 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 17,456 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 16,428 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 11,679 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 8,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 8,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 7,948 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 6,787 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 6,081 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 5,751 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 4,719 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 4,719 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8?

Based on 6,339 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 43
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
Headlamp aim too high 15
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FV08 LVJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 12,937 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 Gsxr 1000 K8 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 LVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 LVJ registered?

FV08 LVJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is FV08 LVJ safe to buy?

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