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FV08 XAB

2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8

Black Petrol 1255cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,639 mi
Last recorded18,639 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K816,319 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1250 Sa K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,255cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 18,639 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 16,347 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 14,386 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 11,691 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 10,561 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020

digital display on clocks not working

Pass 8 Jun 2018 10,133 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 10,133 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,123 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 10,116 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2015

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 10,039 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 9,770 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 6,837 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8?

Based on 6,233 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
1,083
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Headlamp aim too low 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
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FV08 XAB is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 in Black with a 1,255cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 16,319 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 1250 Sa K8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 XAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 XAB registered?

FV08 XAB is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 XAB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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