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G17 FKU

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,421 mi
Last recorded23,421 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK813,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 FKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 BK8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 23,421 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 13,140 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 23,140 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 23,087 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 21,287 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 20,886 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 20,571 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 20,241 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 19,276 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 16,047 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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G17 FKU 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 90%.

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 G17 FKU, 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 G17 FKU registered?

G17 FKU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is G17 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 FKU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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