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YY57 PKV

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

27,355 mi
Last recorded27,355 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport13,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY57 PKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK8 Sport
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 27,355 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 27,290 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 27,037 miles

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

Throttle return cable snapped - not effecting function or return

Fail 10 Jun 2023 27,028 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Close to minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 26,747 miles

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

Rear tyre has tubeless repair

throttle return cable is broken but throttle still returns

Fail 18 Jun 2022 26,747 miles

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

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

Rear tyre has tubeless repair

throttle return cable is broken but throttle still returns

Pass 26 Jun 2021 26,283 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 26,283 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged FRONT BRAKE RESERVOIR TO FRONT MASTER CYLINDER FEED PIPE (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose leaking FRONT BRAKE RESERVOIR TO FRONT MASTER CYLINDER FEED PIPE (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2020 25,568 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 25,005 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2018 23,648 miles

Rear Tyre valve perished.

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral free play in swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 23,648 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure Linkage to frame bolt and nut loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre valve perished.

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral free play in swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 20,317 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 19,723 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 17,092 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 9,454 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 9,454 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,352 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 3,784 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 3,049 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 2,514 miles

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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YY57 PKV is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YY57 PKV, 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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YY57 PKV is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport, first registered on 15 January 2008.

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