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KY12 XAK

2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,748 mi
Last recorded40,748 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL217,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 XAK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SL2
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 40,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 38,694 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 38,680 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit On 1 mm inside pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 37,387 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 31,189 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 30,683 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 30,670 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 29,621 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 28,263 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 24,736 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swing arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 24,736 miles

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swing arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 19,850 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 13,037 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 10,383 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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KY12 XAK is a 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 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 KY12 XAK, 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.

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KY12 XAK is a 2012 Suzuki Sv 650 SL2, first registered on 2 July 2012.

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