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HG08 EBJ

2008 Suzuki SV650

Grey Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

27,796 mi
Last recorded27,796 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV65014,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 EBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 27,796 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 27,581 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 27,427 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 26,861 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 26,861 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front uneven tyre wear

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 26,163 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 25,919 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 25,539 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,031 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 24,031 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 23,441 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,158 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2016 20,944 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2016 20,944 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing front downpipe clamp (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,542 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 17,244 miles

slight tight spots in chain

Pass 12 Mar 2013 16,180 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 13,718 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,395 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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HG08 EBJ is a 2008 Suzuki SV650 in Grey with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HG08 EBJ, 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 HG08 EBJ registered?

HG08 EBJ is a 2008 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is HG08 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 EBJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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