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T181 BGX

1999 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,389 mi
Last recorded77,389 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 Suzuki SV65022,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT181 BGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 77,389 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 77,282 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play wheel on floor (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 77,235 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 74,412 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust clamp missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2009 70,768 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 62,578 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 51,832 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 3 Jul 2007 51,827 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 36,529 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear number plate poor condition .

Fail 26 Jun 2006 36,473 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear number plate poor condition .

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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T181 BGX is a 1999 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 22,559 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 T181 BGX, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T181 BGX registered?

T181 BGX is a 1999 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 24 April 1999.

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