Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8
MotorcycleFrom 216 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, caused 2 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 1 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 1 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 1 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 91.9% | steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sv 650 X Al8s tested had between 4,800 and 14,891 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,626 median miles, the Sv 650 X Al8 has 0.115 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8 has a 91.2% MOT pass rate based on 216 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8 is steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Sv 650 X Al8 is 7,626 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,800 and 14,891 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.