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SJ08 OGF

2008 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,550 mi
Last recorded11,550 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF120016,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 OGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 11,550 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 11,483 miles

rear brake pedal bit stiff

Fail 17 Apr 2021 11,483 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

rear brake pedal bit stiff

center stand very stiff

Pass 30 Mar 2019 11,070 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 10,863 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 10,863 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 10,632 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,467 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 10,456 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 9,230 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 9,122 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 9,122 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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SJ08 OGF is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SJ08 OGF, 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 SJ08 OGF registered?

SJ08 OGF is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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