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HG08 YRL

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,226 mi
Last recorded36,226 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K719,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 YRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K7
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 36,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2026 36,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2025 34,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Registration plate may not comply with requirements.

Fail 22 Aug 2025 34,312 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Perished and split. (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake fluid level low.

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Left handle bar control cluster slightly loose.

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Registration plate may not comply with requirements.

Throttle assembly slightly insecure.

Pass 20 May 2024 33,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

advised end can loose

advised front pads low

Fail 20 May 2024 33,586 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

advised end can loose

advised front pads low

Pass 22 Apr 2023 31,174 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 29,188 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2022 29,176 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2021 26,545 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 24,589 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 22,445 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 20,731 miles

Front FORK TUBES CORRODED .

Pass 9 Aug 2016 19,945 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,904 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2015 16,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 16,317 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,167 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,833 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 10,519 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 10,519 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K7?

Based on 1,659 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
1,629
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Drive chain excessively loose 8
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HG08 YRL is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,392 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 Gs 500 K7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG08 YRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG08 YRL registered?

HG08 YRL is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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