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OU08 CHV

2008 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,886 mi
Last recorded39,886 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV100014,786 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 CHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 39,886 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 35,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 29,173 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 24,014 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 22,896 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 22,097 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 17,680 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 14,719 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 13,385 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 12,267 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2015 9,710 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 8,946 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 8,572 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 8,572 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2010 6,655 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 6,655 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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OU08 CHV is a 2008 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 14,786 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 CHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 CHV registered?

OU08 CHV is a 2008 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is OU08 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 CHV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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