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GK08 XCL

2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,763 mi
Last recorded47,763 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K713,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 47,763 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 47,241 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 46,913 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 45,340 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 43,316 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 40,984 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 39,195 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,054 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 26,957 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 20,054 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 14,048 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 11,300 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 11,300 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 10,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 10,735 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,289 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
932
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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GK08 XCL is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 13,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK08 XCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK08 XCL registered?

GK08 XCL is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GK08 XCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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