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KE08 EHT

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,525 mi
Last recorded17,525 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE08 EHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 17,525 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 17,161 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 17,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 16,788 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 16,162 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 15,005 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 14,542 miles

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

Offside oil leak

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired only one bulb working (4.2.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 10,800 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 10,800 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 6,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2016 2,096 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 2,093 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 2,023 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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KE08 EHT is a 2008 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KE08 EHT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE08 EHT registered?

KE08 EHT is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is KE08 EHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE08 EHT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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