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FX08 XLJ

2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8

Blue Petrol 1255cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,159 mi
Last recorded29,159 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K816,319 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 XLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1250 Sa K8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,255cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 29,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 29,132 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 29,132 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2024 29,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 5 May 2023 29,044 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 28,869 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 28,854 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 28,854 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 28,516 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 27,768 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,683 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 23,863 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 18,947 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 17,848 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 13,508 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 11,844 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 11,844 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 7,089 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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FX08 XLJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 in Blue with a 1,255cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FX08 XLJ, 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.

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What year was FX08 XLJ registered?

FX08 XLJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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