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BS55 JWS

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,916 mi
Last recorded13,916 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport13,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS55 JWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK8 Sport
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 13,916 miles

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable Key attachments is cracked (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2023 13,913 miles

Headlamp insecure Headlamp insecure in the fairing (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable Key attachments is cracked (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2022 13,651 miles

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable Ignition key section cracked but secure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable Left handlebar slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 13,651 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 120/70/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose Centre clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable Ignition key section cracked but secure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable Left handlebar slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 13,559 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 13,557 miles

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

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 11,598 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2019 11,598 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 9,701 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 9,700 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 9,149 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 7,318 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 7,293 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 7,154 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 5,966 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 5,966 miles

Rear suspension bush 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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BS55 JWS is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BS55 JWS, 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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What year was BS55 JWS registered?

BS55 JWS is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK8 Sport, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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