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CE02 XJL

2002 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

31,003 mi
Last recorded31,003 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 XJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 31,003 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2026 31,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 30,893 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 30,888 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

rear tyre badly perished

Pass 28 Apr 2023 30,560 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 30,560 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 30,410 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 29,792 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 29,792 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake anchor arm attachment bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 29,787 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 29,580 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 29,580 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 29,336 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 28,866 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 27,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 26,931 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 25,192 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))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,161 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 20,888 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 17,721 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 17,373 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 14,207 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 12,254 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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CE02 XJL is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,300 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 CE02 XJL, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE02 XJL registered?

CE02 XJL is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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