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PL08 CFN

2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,209 mi
Last recorded75,209 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 CFN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 75,209 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 72,994 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 72,994 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 69,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2023 69,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 69,597 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever incorrectly mounted

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Front brake reservior loose

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 64,582 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 64,582 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 58,498 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2021 58,498 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 57,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 52,856 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 50,641 miles

Exhaust slightly noisy

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 46,329 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 36,357 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 23,743 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 18,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 31 Aug 2013 18,501 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2012 17,470 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 17,470 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 15,621 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3?

Based on 873 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
969
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Horn not working 4
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 3
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PL08 CFN is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL08 CFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PL08 CFN is a 2008 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K3, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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