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BN12 KJU

2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,065 mi
Last recorded12,065 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL217,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 KJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SL2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 12,065 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 11,925 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 11,379 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 11,359 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 10,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 8,977 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

offside and nearside front shockers have minor pitting caused by corrosion on the uppermost section

Pass 5 May 2018 8,506 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 8,367 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 8,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 8,023 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SL2?

Based on 2,252 MOT tests across 279 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,083
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute 6
Drive chain excessively loose 5
Direction indicators not working 5
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BN12 KJU is a 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 17,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN12 KJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN12 KJU registered?

BN12 KJU is a 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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