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ST08 BWA

2008 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,842 mi
Last recorded47,842 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF120016,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 BWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 47,842 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2023 45,601 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2022 43,367 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 40,027 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 37,489 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 36,870 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit unevenly worn. Recommend replacement (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2018 36,869 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 35,084 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2017 35,084 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb not seated in holder correctly (1.6.B.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 33,337 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 33,337 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 26,848 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 24,097 miles

Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2013 19,401 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,789 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 5,201 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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ST08 BWA 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 81.3%.

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 ST08 BWA, 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.

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What year was ST08 BWA registered?

ST08 BWA is a 2008 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is ST08 BWA safe to buy?

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