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LB57 EFF

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,458 mi
Last recorded70,458 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK717,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 EFF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 70,458 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 65,298 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jan 2024 65,292 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 62,047 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 59,921 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 57,686 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 55,395 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 51,639 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 46,942 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 42,692 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 42,680 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 38,145 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 38,128 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 33,077 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 33,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 28,609 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 28,607 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2013 24,034 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 23,987 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 19,379 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 14,816 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SK7?

Based on 1,365 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Drive chain excessively loose 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
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LB57 EFF is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 17,908 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 SK7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB57 EFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LB57 EFF is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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