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T168 BGX

1999 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

71,066 mi
Last recorded71,066 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki SV65022,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT168 BGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 71,066 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 71,066 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 69,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 69,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 67,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 66,733 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2023 66,676 miles

Front All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned Need to be a minimum of 240mm apart. (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 66,434 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

head race bearings notchy

Pass 18 May 2016 66,036 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 66,036 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 64,678 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 64,678 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 62,364 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2013 57,102 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 45,693 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 44,855 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 44,272 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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T168 BGX is a 1999 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 22,559 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 SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T168 BGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T168 BGX registered?

T168 BGX is a 1999 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 15 May 1999.

Is T168 BGX safe to buy?

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