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BG12 OYJ

2012 Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,244 mi
Last recorded40,244 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Sfv 650 AL218,067 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 OYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSfv 650 AL2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 40,244 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 40,236 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

loud exhaust

Pass 19 Jul 2023 37,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 37,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 mil (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,770 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 35,770 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 30,371 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 28,524 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,430 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 22,209 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,527 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 18,763 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2?

Based on 1,153 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,547
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
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BG12 OYJ is a 2012 Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 18,067 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 Sfv 650 AL2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG12 OYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG12 OYJ is a 2012 Suzuki Sfv 650 AL2, first registered on 11 May 2012.

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