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LK08 KOA

2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,911 mi
Last recorded33,911 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K815,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 KOA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 650 K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2025 33,911 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 33,326 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 33,129 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 32,273 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 31,378 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 31,378 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 29,054 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 29,054 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 23,649 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 21,233 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,388 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 12,494 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 5,802 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 4,839 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 3,651 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 1,704 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 650 K8?

Based on 2,681 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Footrest missing 7
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LK08 KOA is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,964 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 Gsf 650 K8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK08 KOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK08 KOA registered?

LK08 KOA is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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