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WK02 WBW

2002 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,631 mi
Last recorded43,631 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 WBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 43,631 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake hoses (flexible) secure to motorcycle with cable ties

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension fork dust seals not a matching pair

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 10 Jun 2023 43,618 miles

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

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake light inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake hoses (flexible) secure to motorcycle with cable ties

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension fork dust seals not a matching pair

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Belly pan fairing insecure

Rear Exhaust silencer fowling rear suspension swingarm

Pass 20 Jun 2022 42,681 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2022 42,681 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir not securely attached to motorcycle

Rear brake caliper reaction arm securing bolt loose

Pass 11 Mar 2021 40,671 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 40,671 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 38,910 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 36,167 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 35,743 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 35,481 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 3,522 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 32,939 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 32,939 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 30,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 28,203 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,174 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,370 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 9,958 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 9,602 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 8,232 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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WK02 WBW is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WK02 WBW, 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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WK02 WBW is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 30 March 2002.

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