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WV09 GYB

2009 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

41,368 mi
Last recorded41,368 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Suzuki SV65013,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 GYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 41,368 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 41,336 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 36,962 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 36,954 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))

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

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside footrest has no locking device

brake fluid reservoir mount broken

speedo drive not located

Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,306 miles

both front brake hose ferrules corroded

Fail 11 Apr 2017 35,306 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both front brake hose ferrules corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2016 34,790 miles

160/60/ZR17/69W. 4mm.

Front 120/60/ZR17/55W. 2mm.

Fail 16 Apr 2016 34,790 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Pedal switch inoperative. (1.3.1a)

160/60/ZR17/69W. 4mm.

Front 120/60/ZR17/55W. 2mm.

Loose the lock 5352

Pass 12 Feb 2015 31,565 miles

Front 3mm. 120/60/ZR17. Discs & pads ok.

Rear 4mm. 160/60/ZR17 disc & pads ok.

Replaced number plate light bulb.

Pass 20 Jan 2014 22,062 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 21,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 17,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

main bean offside not working

offside front footrest slightly loose

rear brake lever action slightly rough

Fail 2 Mar 2012 17,859 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

main bean offside not working

offside front footrest slightly loose

rear brake lever action slightly rough

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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WV09 GYB is a 2009 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WV09 GYB, 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 WV09 GYB registered?

WV09 GYB is a 2009 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 7 March 2009.

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