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WG57 XBB

2008 Suzuki GSX650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,671 mi
Last recorded35,671 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX65015,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 XBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2024 35,671 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2021 35,441 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 35,441 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 33,168 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 30,351 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 28,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 26,041 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 26,041 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 May 2016 13,739 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 13,653 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 13,653 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 12,244 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 10,678 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 8,080 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX650?

Based on 1,622 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
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WG57 XBB is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 15,602 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 GSX650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG57 XBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG57 XBB registered?

WG57 XBB is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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