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SB08 SXZ

2008 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,023 mi
Last recorded17,023 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF120016,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 SXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 17,023 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 16,974 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 16,972 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 16,937 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 16,937 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 16,862 miles

rear hugger damaged

Fail 2 Apr 2019 16,862 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear hugger damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2018 16,719 miles

Offside Rear number plate light inop

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear hugger slightly damaged

Fail 19 Apr 2018 16,719 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear number plate light inop

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear hugger slightly damaged

Pass 20 May 2016 16,629 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2015 16,575 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 16,105 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 May 2013 15,820 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 15,820 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 15,280 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 13,786 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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SB08 SXZ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,015 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 GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB08 SXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB08 SXZ registered?

SB08 SXZ is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SB08 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 SXZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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