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VU09 XJB

2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,991 mi
Last recorded22,991 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K810,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 XJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K8
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 22,991 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 20,998 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 20,334 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 18,361 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 16,499 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 13,038 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 12,730 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 8,969 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 8,192 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 7,034 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 6,922 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 6,272 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 5,847 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 5,847 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8?

Based on 6,339 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 43
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 15
Headlamp aim too high 15
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VU09 XJB is a 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 10,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU09 XJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU09 XJB registered?

VU09 XJB is a 2009 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K8, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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