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WF08 FZJ

2008 Suzuki Gsf

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,097 mi
Last recorded13,097 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf16,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 FZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 13,097 miles

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 13,097 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 8,181 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2024 8,181 miles

Front Brake lever pivot excessively worn control lever broken (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 7,949 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 7,949 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 7,009 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 7,009 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 5,890 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 5,890 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 3,980 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 3,980 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 2,535 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 1,332 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 15,748 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Speedo in operative not registering speed & mileage

Fail 1 Apr 2016 15,748 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Speedo in operative not registering speed & mileage

Pass 26 Mar 2015 14,069 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 14,069 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 11,759 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 9,282 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 7,427 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,598 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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WF08 FZJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,564 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF08 FZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WF08 FZJ registered?

WF08 FZJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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