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SL52 BYW

2002 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,614 mi
Last recorded14,614 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 BYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 14,614 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 13,579 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 12,717 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 12,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 12,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 12,640 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2014 11,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2013 9,565 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 9,565 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,530 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 8,530 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2008 8,210 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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SL52 BYW is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SL52 BYW, 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.

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What year was SL52 BYW registered?

SL52 BYW is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is SL52 BYW safe to buy?

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