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EA08 WSV

2008 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,089 mi
Last recorded26,089 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV65014,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 WSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 26,089 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 26,086 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 23,062 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 23,061 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 21,240 miles

FRONT BRAKE HOSES NEED TIDING UP CABLE TIES MISSING

Fail 9 Jun 2023 21,183 miles

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

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted REAR BRAKE CYCLINDER MISSING BOLT. (1.1.21 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 15,896 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 14,938 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 14,262 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,486 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 7,446 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 7,303 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 7,206 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 7,040 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 6,528 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 6,528 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 6,526 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 5,037 miles

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

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

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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EA08 WSV is a 2008 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 14,559 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 EA08 WSV, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA08 WSV registered?

EA08 WSV is a 2008 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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