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T488 VAJ

2002 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,818 mi
Last recorded19,818 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT488 VAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 19,818 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 19,708 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 19,665 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 19,665 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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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T488 VAJ is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 T488 VAJ, 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

How do I check the history of T488 VAJ?

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What year was T488 VAJ registered?

T488 VAJ is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is T488 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T488 VAJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T488 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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