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RA08 KWJ

2008 Suzuki GSF650

Grey Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,812 mi
Last recorded12,812 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF65016,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 KWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 12,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 12,675 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 12,117 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 12,117 miles

Stop lamp not working when front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 11,644 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 10,471 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 9,949 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 9,949 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 8,361 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 8,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn low to 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 7,913 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre 1.5mm tread only (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 7,309 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 6,969 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 6,655 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 5,902 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 5,292 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 4,335 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 4,307 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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RA08 KWJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650 in Grey with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 16,287 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 RA08 KWJ, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA08 KWJ registered?

RA08 KWJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is RA08 KWJ safe to buy?

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