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HG08 OXF

2008 Suzuki GSF650

Grey Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58 mi
Last recorded58 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF65016,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 OXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 58 miles

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

both brake levrs have ends broken off

Fail 2 Jul 2025 58 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

both brake levrs have ends broken off

Pass 7 Sep 2023 51,619 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 49,018 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 48,077 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 48,077 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 46,193 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 46,193 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 45,940 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 45,940 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,745 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 43,345 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 40,097 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2015 37,357 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 36,085 miles

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

front brake lever on lowest setting giving slightly abnormal travel.

Pass 20 May 2014 36,085 miles

front brake lever on lowest setting giving slightly abnormal travel.

front o/s pads starting to get low.

Fail 19 May 2014 36,085 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front brake lever on lowest setting giving slightly abnormal travel.

front o/s pads starting to get low.

Pass 8 May 2013 33,160 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 28,830 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,130 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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HG08 OXF is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650 in Grey with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 16,287 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 HG08 OXF, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG08 OXF registered?

HG08 OXF is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is HG08 OXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 OXF shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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