Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van) (2008)
2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van)
CarHunch analysed 119 real MOT records for the 2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van). This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Suzuki RV 125 passes its MOT at 79.6%, essentially matching the UK average of 80%, so reliability is broadly typical for a bike of this age—though 17.6% have recorded dangerous defects, which warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. These machines average just 10,820 miles, suggesting many are lightly used or weekend toys, yet they still rack up 1.51 failures and 4.4 advisories per vehicle, pointing to age-related wear rather than abuse.
When you're evaluating one, focus on the advisory items—corrosion, chain condition, and light wear are the real story here, not catastrophic failures. Budget for a full safety check with a qualified motorcycle mechanic before buying, and specifically ask the seller about any previous MOT advisories or minor repairs.
What to check before buying a 2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van)
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 (97%) | 115 | 79.3% | 1.54 |
| Other (3%) | 4 | 88.5% | 0.75 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van) 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 2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van) vehicles fall between 4,858 and 13,875 miles.
2008 Suzuki Rv 125 K8 (van Van) — Still on the Road
42 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 54% of the peak remain.
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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