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GJ09 BTV

2009 Suzuki SV650

Grey Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,986 mi
Last recorded9,986 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki SV65013,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 BTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 9,986 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 9,986 miles

Brake rod insecure lock nut loose (1.1.15 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 9,819 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 9,713 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 9,675 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

one rivet on offside front disc has grind marks and is partially worn away. disc still secure and straight. also small grind marks on disc face.

Pass 24 May 2014 8,181 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 May 2014 7,947 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,681 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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GJ09 BTV is a 2009 Suzuki SV650 in Grey with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GJ09 BTV, 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.

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What year was GJ09 BTV registered?

GJ09 BTV is a 2009 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 April 2009.

Is GJ09 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ09 BTV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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