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VA08 DKE

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,085 mi
Last recorded26,085 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 DKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 26,085 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 24,472 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2025 24,472 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel intermittent (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel over to right (2.4 (a))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 22,982 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 20,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 17,220 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 17,204 miles

Central Rear rear suspension has some corrosion

Pass 15 Jan 2019 16,185 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 14,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jan 2017 10,876 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 7,564 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 5,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2014 2,596 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 2,581 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 2,538 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 1,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 1,391 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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VA08 DKE is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VA08 DKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VA08 DKE registered?

VA08 DKE is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is VA08 DKE safe to buy?

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