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SA02 HWK

2002 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,622 mi
Last recorded16,622 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 HWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 16,622 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 16,622 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 16,620 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 16,620 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 16,075 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 14,453 miles

Offside Rear indicator security

Pass 28 Jan 2016 13,374 miles

rear tyre wear

Fail 28 Jan 2016 13,374 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear lever (1.3.1a)

no plate lamp inoperative

rear tyre wear

Pass 16 May 2014 12,599 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 12,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2013 11,339 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 10,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 10,623 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 10,623 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 8,614 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,634 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 7,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 6,398 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 5,720 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 5,287 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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SA02 HWK is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,300 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 SA02 HWK, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA02 HWK registered?

SA02 HWK is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 July 2002.

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