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CV08 CWF

2008 Suzuki GS500F

Grey Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

21,625 mi
Last recorded21,625 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS500F13,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 CWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500F
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 21,625 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 21,289 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 20,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 20,535 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 20,130 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 19,464 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 18,828 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 18,020 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 18,020 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 17,772 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 17,772 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Dec 2016 16,529 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 13,711 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 11,371 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 9,117 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 8,928 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 8,928 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 8,329 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,493 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500F?

Based on 2,782 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Drive chain excessively loose 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
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CV08 CWF is a 2008 Suzuki GS500F in Grey with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GS500F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 13,711 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 GS500F fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV08 CWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500F typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GS500F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV08 CWF registered?

CV08 CWF is a 2008 Suzuki GS500F, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is CV08 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV08 CWF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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