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KM08 KZY

2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,576 mi
Last recorded36,576 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K713,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 KZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K7
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 36,576 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 36,563 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 36,563 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Position lamp not working LED Bulb - Blue - Intermittent flashing (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 35,171 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Mar 2021 33,766 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test

To be used during hours of daylight and clear visibility only

Pass 4 Mar 2020 31,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Mar 2019 29,565 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess Slight Flat Spot (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Slight Play In Wheel Brearings

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 24,696 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 24,695 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 21,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 21,589 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 21,466 miles

Dip beam deflector starting to come away

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 21,453 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Dip beam deflector starting to come away

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 20,170 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Slightly incorrect rear tyre profile fitted

REAR BOX SECTION OF SUBFRAME CRACKED (would have failed if pillion seat fitted!)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
932
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 67
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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KM08 KZY is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 13,940 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 Gsxr 1000 K7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM08 KZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KM08 KZY registered?

KM08 KZY is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K7, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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