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GL08 JSX

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,457 mi
Last recorded40,457 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK717,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 JSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 40,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose worn and pointing down slightly (6.2.12 (a))

front brake master cylinder colour bleached and can no longer see fluid level.

Fail 19 Jun 2026 40,457 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose worn and pointing down slightly (6.2.12 (a))

front brake master cylinder colour bleached and can no longer see fluid level.

Pass 10 Jul 2025 37,437 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 37,437 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake switch badly wired - corrected (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,057 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 35,982 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 35,304 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2023 35,292 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 32,143 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 24,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 22,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,534 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 20,534 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 18,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 16,430 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 14,156 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 14,156 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 14,138 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 8,828 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 4,863 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SK7?

Based on 1,365 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
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GL08 JSX is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 17,908 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 Sv 650 SK7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 JSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 JSX registered?

GL08 JSX is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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