Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8 (2007)
2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8
CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2007 Suzuki GSX 1300 is a reliability concern, with only 62.6% passing MOT on first attempt versus the UK average of 80%. Nearly one in eight of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect during their MOT history, which is a material safety risk that warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
The median mileage of 17,135 miles is remarkably low for a 17-year-old sports bike, suggesting these are typically kept as weekend rides rather than commuters, yet they still rack up an average of 0.78 failures and 3.6 advisories per test. Before buying, obtain the full MOT history and have an independent mechanic check the braking system, chain, and suspension—the three areas where these bikes most commonly fail.
What to check before buying a 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 127 | 62.3% | 0.77 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 85.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8 vehicles fall between 10,374 and 23,332 miles.
2007 Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rk8 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 33 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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