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GM08 CEF

2008 Suzuki Gsr

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,847 mi
Last recorded25,847 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsr10,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM08 CEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 25,847 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 25,553 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 25,068 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 38,213 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 38,213 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 37,664 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 37,664 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 37,554 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2019 36,827 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 36,504 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 35,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 May 2017 35,165 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 34,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsr?

Based on 9,992 MOT tests across 1,328 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
917
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
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GM08 CEF is a 2008 Suzuki Gsr in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsr models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 10,302 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 Gsr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM08 CEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsr typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GM08 CEF is a 2008 Suzuki Gsr, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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