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MD08 BKA

2008 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,074 mi
Last recorded24,074 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV65014,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 BKA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 24,074 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 24,048 miles

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

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 23,026 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 18,990 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 13,898 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 13,898 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 6,282 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 4,622 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 3,887 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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MD08 BKA is a 2008 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 MD08 BKA, 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 MD08 BKA registered?

MD08 BKA is a 2008 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is MD08 BKA safe to buy?

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