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G5 GXR

2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,423 mi
Last recorded34,423 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K810,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 GXR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 34,423 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))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 31,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2023 31,383 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 30,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 30 May 2022 30,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 May 2021 26,246 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 21,877 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 19,243 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 18,317 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 18,313 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 17,448 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 17,448 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 14,895 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 11,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2013 8,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 7,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

single seat conversion fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2012 6,379 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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G5 GXR is a 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 10,872 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 G5 GXR, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G5 GXR registered?

G5 GXR is a 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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The MOT history for G5 GXR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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