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RK08 WVH

2008 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

40,065 mi
Last recorded40,065 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GS50014,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 WVH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 40,065 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2025 40,065 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 30,552 miles

Front mudguard missing

Fail 23 Sep 2024 30,547 miles

All direction indicators not working all 4 working together (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front mudguard missing

Pass 23 Sep 2023 25,606 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2023 25,606 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 23,278 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 23,278 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 22,566 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 22,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 21,773 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake lever slightly harsh in operation.

front engine mount bolt missing.

Pass 24 May 2011 13,826 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre starting to perish.

Fail 21 May 2011 13,826 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre flat.

front tyre starting to perish.

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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RK08 WVH 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 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RK08 WVH, 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 RK08 WVH registered?

RK08 WVH is a 2008 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is RK08 WVH safe to buy?

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