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ST08 BWJ

2008 Suzuki GSF1250

Blue Petrol 1255cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,100 mi
Last recorded35,100 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF125015,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 BWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,255cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 35,100 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 34,781 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 32,229 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 32,193 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 27,530 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 26,101 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 22,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 21,402 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 18,957 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension exhaust silencer rubbing against swing arm slightly (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 12 May 2017 16,740 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,556 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 12,923 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 12,923 miles

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 11,297 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,128 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,392 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,286 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1250?

Based on 6,134 MOT tests across 501 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
986
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
501
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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ST08 BWJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1250 in Blue with a 1,255cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSF1250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 15,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF1250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST08 BWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1250 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSF1250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST08 BWJ registered?

ST08 BWJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1250, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is ST08 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 BWJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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