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SW08 BJW

2008 Suzuki GSX650F

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,358 mi
Last recorded41,358 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX650F15,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 BJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 41,358 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 39,339 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 39,339 miles

Front Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 May 2022 35,408 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 32,357 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 32,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2020 30,249 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 30,249 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 26,920 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 26,920 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2018 22,184 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 16,421 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 12,013 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,652 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 7,277 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 6,565 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 6,023 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 5,227 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX650F?

Based on 2,330 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
947
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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SW08 BJW is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650F in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX650F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 15,749 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 GSX650F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW08 BJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX650F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX650F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW08 BJW registered?

SW08 BJW is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650F, first registered on 20 May 2008.

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