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SL02 OSU

2002 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,450 mi
Last recorded37,450 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 OSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 37,450 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 37,450 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2021 34,162 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 32,888 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 32,888 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 32,888 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 32,869 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,528 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 31,890 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2013 31,890 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 31,639 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 May 2010 31,094 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 29,595 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 26,238 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 23,775 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2006 23,698 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

rear mudgaurd

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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SL02 OSU is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SL02 OSU, 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 SL02 OSU registered?

SL02 OSU is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is SL02 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL02 OSU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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