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MJ08 LPC

2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

38,155 mi
Last recorded38,155 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK717,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 LPC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 38,155 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 38,135 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 37,609 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2020 36,993 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 36,190 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,452 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 35,452 miles

Central Rear suspension component loose swingarm has play in (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 35,397 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system clamps (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension component loose swingarm has excess play (2.4.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick metal to metal (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

no engine oil showing

Nearside Front Lower oil pipe leak

Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,100 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 31,100 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 25,813 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 25,869 miles

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2013 19,991 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,204 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 30 May 2012 13,890 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 6,760 miles

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

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

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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MJ08 LPC is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MJ08 LPC, 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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MJ08 LPC is a 2008 Suzuki Sv 650 SK7, first registered on 8 May 2008.

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