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HG09 HZC

2009 Suzuki GSF650

Grey Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,664 mi
Last recorded49,664 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki GSF65015,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 HZC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 49,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

last 6 digits on the VIN painted with a different colour

Pass 28 Apr 2025 47,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 47,776 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

speedo loose

clutch lever unit loose / missing bolt

Pass 5 Oct 2023 44,764 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 44,747 miles

Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn mid linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 42,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 42,088 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 35,903 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 555 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 15 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 28,555 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 20,170 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2015 16,077 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 16,077 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 14,524 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 12,344 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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HG09 HZC is a 2009 Suzuki GSF650 in Grey with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,181 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 HG09 HZC, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG09 HZC registered?

HG09 HZC is a 2009 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 5 May 2009.

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