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RA08 VLD

2008 Suzuki GSX650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,258 mi
Last recorded23,258 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX65015,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 VLD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 23,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 21,490 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 21,488 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

lock stop damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,933 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 14,171 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 7,038 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX650?

Based on 1,622 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
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RA08 VLD is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 15,602 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 GSX650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA08 VLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA08 VLD registered?

RA08 VLD is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is RA08 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 VLD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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