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HG08 ZVY

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,833 mi
Last recorded41,833 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K719,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 ZVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K7
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 41,833 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 41,763 miles

Front Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 41,625 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 41,251 miles

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

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

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

front engine mount corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2020 41,251 miles

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

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

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

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

engine mount cracked

Pass 2 Jul 2018 41,250 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 41,250 miles

Central Front Upper Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 40,073 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 37,401 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 37,401 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 31,655 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 29,156 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 22,929 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 13,573 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 13,573 miles

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

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 ZVY is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ZVY, 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 ZVY registered?

HG08 ZVY is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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