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HW08 AEP

2008 Suzuki An 400 K8

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

26,758 mi
Last recorded26,758 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki An 400 K818,024 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAn 400 K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 26,758 miles

Corrosion starting on frame, monitor

Fail 7 Nov 2025 26,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Surface corrosion to frame, monitor.

Pass 12 Nov 2024 26,372 miles

Surface corrosion to frame, monitor.

Fail 8 Nov 2024 26,370 miles

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

Surface corrosion to frame, monitor.

Pass 7 Dec 2023 26,067 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 25,932 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 25,927 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 25,429 miles

General corrosion to frame

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

Fail 21 Oct 2021 25,429 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

General corrosion to frame

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 25,292 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 25,292 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 May 2019 23,567 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 20,249 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 258,828 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2017 17,160 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 17,160 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 14,148 miles

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2016 14,148 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,044 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 10,214 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 9,075 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 8,625 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,111 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki An 400 K8?

Based on 2,608 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,057
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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HW08 AEP is a 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,024 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 An 400 K8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW08 AEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki An 400 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki An 400 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW08 AEP registered?

HW08 AEP is a 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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