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LK08 FEF

2008 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,818 mi
Last recorded55,818 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV65014,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 FEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 55,818 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Fail 23 Jul 2025 55,807 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 51,910 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 51,905 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 49,329 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 47,126 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 44,956 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 38,351 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 38,351 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 33,570 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 28,533 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 23,704 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 19,367 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 15,826 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 15,745 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,122 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 9,108 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 5,310 miles

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

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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LK08 FEF 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 LK08 FEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK08 FEF registered?

LK08 FEF is a 2008 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 28 August 2008.

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