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FV08 XAG

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,541 mi
Last recorded9,541 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK813,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 BK8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 9,541 miles

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

Nearside steering lock stop damaged

Fail 17 Mar 2020 9,541 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside steering lock stop damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2019 8,711 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2019 8,711 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 7,056 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 7,048 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 6,204 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 5,289 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 4,046 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 2,266 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 511 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
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FV08 XAG is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 13,134 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 Gsx 1300 BK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 XAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV08 XAG registered?

FV08 XAG is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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