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WM57 GWL

2008 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,360 mi
Last recorded15,360 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SV100014,786 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 GWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 15,360 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 15,313 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 14,724 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 14,094 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 12,946 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 12,331 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 10,601 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 9,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2017 9,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 7,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 6,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 5,281 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jun 2013 4,215 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 3,204 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 2,811 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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WM57 GWL is a 2008 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 14,786 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM57 GWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM57 GWL registered?

WM57 GWL is a 2008 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is WM57 GWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 GWL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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