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NL08 TAU

2008 Suzuki GSX650F

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,537 mi
Last recorded35,537 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX650F15,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL08 TAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 35,537 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 35,510 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 35,139 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 33,812 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 29,475 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 28,809 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 23,920 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 23,920 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 20,798 miles

Nearside Front footrest tight

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 16,888 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 10,961 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 9,700 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 9,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 29 May 2015 9,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 7,162 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 6,662 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 6,662 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 6,406 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX650F?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
947
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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NL08 TAU is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650F in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX650F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 15,749 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 GSX650F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NL08 TAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX650F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX650F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NL08 TAU registered?

NL08 TAU is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650F, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is NL08 TAU safe to buy?

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