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AF09 LWY

2009 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,629 mi
Last recorded36,629 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki SV65013,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 LWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 36,629 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 34,943 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front tyre started to crack

Pass 12 May 2022 34,671 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 34,341 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2021 34,341 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 33,813 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 30,832 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 29,668 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 27,897 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 26,328 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 26,328 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2013 23,778 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2013 23,778 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 21,637 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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AF09 LWY is a 2009 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,499 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 SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF09 LWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF09 LWY registered?

AF09 LWY is a 2009 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is AF09 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 LWY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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