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FE09 FVY

2009 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,754 mi
Last recorded20,754 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 FVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 20,754 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2026 20,754 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 19,492 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 17,812 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 16,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 15,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 15,196 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 13,476 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 13,436 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 13,201 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 12,965 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 12,965 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 12,073 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 11,348 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 10,099 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 10,099 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 6,777 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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FE09 FVY is a 2009 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE09 FVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE09 FVY registered?

FE09 FVY is a 2009 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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The MOT history for FE09 FVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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