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BL08 VLD

2008 Suzuki GS500

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

4,934 mi
Last recorded4,934 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 VLD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 4,934 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 4,759 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 4,759 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 4,289 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 4,201 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 3,308 miles
Pass 10 May 2020 3,100 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 3,054 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 2,897 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 2,757 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 2,620 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 2,449 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 2,319 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 2,214 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 2,051 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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BL08 VLD is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 14,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL08 VLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BL08 VLD registered?

BL08 VLD is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is BL08 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 VLD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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