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YG08 ETU

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,371 mi
Last recorded28,371 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK814,369 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 ETU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 28,371 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 27,805 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 26,891 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,859 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 25,423 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 25,423 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork oil dripping off caliper mount onto disc (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 24,550 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,312 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,507 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 21,140 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,403 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,638 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 14,286 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 12,329 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 12,329 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 9,829 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 9,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 7,347 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8?

Based on 4,731 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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YG08 ETU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,369 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 RK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG08 ETU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YG08 ETU registered?

YG08 ETU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YG08 ETU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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