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GJ09 SFO

2009 Suzuki GSF650

Grey Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

35,160 mi
Last recorded35,160 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki GSF65015,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 SFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 35,160 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 30,347 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 30,286 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 25,180 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 24,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 24,496 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 22,301 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 22,165 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2021 22,165 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 20,493 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 19,418 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 18,468 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 16,623 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2016 13,155 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 9,796 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 8,901 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 7,721 miles

Drive chain has slightly stiff links

Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,494 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF650?

Based on 44,060 MOT tests across 3,774 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 306
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 244
Drive chain excessively loose 146
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
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GJ09 SFO is a 2009 Suzuki GSF650 in Grey with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,181 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 GSF650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ09 SFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ09 SFO registered?

GJ09 SFO is a 2009 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 11 April 2009.

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