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YJ08 CBF

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,722 mi
Last recorded14,722 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport13,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 CBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK8 Sport
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 14,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 14,518 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 14,157 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 13,939 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 13,718 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2022 13,718 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 12,705 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 11,894 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2020 11,894 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 11,382 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 11,001 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2018 11,001 miles

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

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 10,100 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,769 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 9,769 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 8,498 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 7,913 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 7,913 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 7,515 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 7,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 May 2012 7,193 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 5,893 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport?

Based on 2,196 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
1,066
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Horn not working 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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YJ08 CBF is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,374 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 Sv 650 SK8 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ08 CBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ08 CBF is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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