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FV08 XBJ

2008 Suzuki GSX650

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,158 mi
Last recorded36,158 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX65015,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX650
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 36,158 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 35,273 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 27,390 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 27,390 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 17,425 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 8,887 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 8,164 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 6,880 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 6,820 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,222 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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FV08 XBJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV08 XBJ, 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 FV08 XBJ registered?

FV08 XBJ is a 2008 Suzuki GSX650, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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