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SA08 ZSW

2008 Suzuki Gz 125 K8

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,405 mi
Last recorded20,405 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gz 125 K88,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 ZSW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGz 125 K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 20,405 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 20,403 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Nov 2025 20,247 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2024 16,110 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 12,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 9,946 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 7,828 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 7,468 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2019 7,010 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 6,418 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2015 6,338 miles
Fail 11 May 2014 6,164 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 11 May 2014 6,164 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2013 5,485 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 4,866 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2011 4,036 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gz 125 K8?

Based on 1,374 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 28
Drive chain excessively loose 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
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SA08 ZSW is a 2008 Suzuki Gz 125 K8 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gz 125 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 8,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gz 125 K8 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA08 ZSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gz 125 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gz 125 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA08 ZSW registered?

SA08 ZSW is a 2008 Suzuki Gz 125 K8, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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