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WR09 WBU

2009 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

47,438 mi
Last recorded47,438 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki SV65013,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR09 WBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 47,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

oil leak at top and front of engine

Fail 3 Sep 2025 47,395 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Lower Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front oil cooler loose

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed contacting front wheel (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension swing arm bushes/bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak at top and front of engine

Pass 8 Feb 2024 42,342 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2024 42,342 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 39,600 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 38,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 36,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 34,669 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 34,669 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 31,023 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 28,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 28,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 22,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2015 20,778 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 18,331 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 18,331 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 13,815 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 11,787 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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WR09 WBU is a 2009 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,499 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 WR09 WBU, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WR09 WBU registered?

WR09 WBU is a 2009 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is WR09 WBU safe to buy?

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