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Suzuki SV650

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 645 cc

T161 BGXMOT history

T161 BGX is a black petrol Suzuki SV650 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 28,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
28,278 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 BGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
SV650
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
645 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 BGX was last recorded at 28,278 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2010: 46,722 miles, lower than 453,558 miles on 10 Mar 2006.
  • 15 Apr 2013: 14,164 miles, lower than 60,703 miles on 18 Feb 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
28,168 miles · 26 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 28,278 miles
  • 2023 – 28,168 miles
  • 2022 – 27,906 miles
  • 2020 – 27,064 miles
  • 2019 – 26,745 miles
  • 2018 – 22,456 miles
  • 2017 – 18,829 miles
  • 2016 – 18,436 miles
  • 2014 – 16,334 miles
  • 2013 – 14,164 miles
  • 2012 – 60,703 miles
  • 2011 – 52,108 miles
  • 2010 – 46,722 miles
  • 2006 – 453,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,278 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Stop lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    28,278 miles
    Test number
    269738154243
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail28,278 miles (+110)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,278 miles
    Test number
    810062197635
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass28,168 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,168 miles
    Test number
    743628332349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass27,906 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    27,906 miles
    Test number
    904001420983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,064 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    27,064 miles
    Test number
    544119306690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail27,031 miles (+286)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,031 miles
    Test number
    179002400551
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass26,745 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    26,745 miles
    Test number
    518140693865
    • AdvisoryFront Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail26,701 miles (+4,245)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,701 miles
    Test number
    963924995983
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass22,456 miles (+3,627)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    22,456 miles
    Test number
    433632616639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mudguard cable tied together (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChain tension tight

  10. Pass18,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    425927869594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  11. Fail18,829 miles (+393)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    580556189986
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  12. Pass18,436 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    18,436 miles
    Test number
    288703075192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail18,426 miles (+2,092)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,426 miles
    Test number
    531348179722
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake unable to check condition of wheel bearing (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm in places (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play mono shock linkage (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit 1.43mm in place (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass16,334 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    16,334 miles
    Test number
    166879294057
    • NoteChain guard missing

  15. Fail16,334 miles (+2,170)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,334 miles
    Test number
    697546384040
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteChain guard missing

  16. Pass14,164 miles (-46,539)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    14,164 miles
    Test number
    357355803184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,703 miles (+8,595)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    537369342017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,108 miles (+207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,108 miles
    Test number
    845976541072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  19. Fail51,901 miles (+5,179)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,901 miles
    Test number
    398256931046
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  20. Pass46,722 miles (-406,836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,722 miles
    Test number
    543658150007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  21. Fail453,558 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    453,558 miles
    Test number
    603969366013
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  22. Pass453,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    453,558 miles
    Test number
    761949366052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T161 BGX

Does T161 BGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T161 BGX expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T161 BGX?
The MOT on T161 BGX expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T161 BGX done?
T161 BGX was recorded at 28,278 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025.
Has T161 BGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 BGX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T161 BGX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T161 BGX find?
T161 BGX passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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