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ST08 VRG

2008 Suzuki GSF650

Grey Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,679 mi
Last recorded20,679 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF65016,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 VRG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 20,679 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 20,014 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 19,632 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2023 19,632 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 17,870 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 17,849 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2021 15,546 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 14,138 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 10,137 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 7,662 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 7,308 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,071 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 6,397 miles

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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ST08 VRG is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650 in Grey with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ST08 VRG, 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 ST08 VRG registered?

ST08 VRG is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is ST08 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 VRG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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