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VU57 UMK

2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8

Black Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,411 mi
Last recorded14,411 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK811,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU57 UMK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 BK8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 14,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 14,408 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 14,253 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 14,250 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 14,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 13,755 miles

DAY TIME MOT

Pass 19 May 2018 13,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2017 13,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 13,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 13,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 13,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 13,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 11,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 7,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 511 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
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VU57 UMK is a 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 in Black with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 11,107 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 Gsx 1300 BK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU57 UMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU57 UMK registered?

VU57 UMK is a 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8, first registered on 1 December 2007.

Is VU57 UMK safe to buy?

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