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Suzuki SV650

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 645 cc

T538 TWCMOT history

T538 TWC is a black petrol Suzuki SV650 first used on 19 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 44,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2026
Mileage
44,228 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 TWC
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
19 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 TWC was last recorded at 44,228 miles on 10 Apr 2025, 274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,954 miles · 6 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
274 miles
Average per year
1,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,228 miles
  • 2023 – 43,954 miles
  • 2022 – 43,759 miles
  • 2021 – 43,551 miles
  • 2020 – 43,268 miles
  • 2019 – 42,625 miles
  • 2018 – 42,287 miles
  • 2017 – 42,209 miles
  • 2016 – 41,673 miles
  • 2015 – 40,254 miles
  • 2014 – 38,409 miles
  • 2013 – 35,426 miles
  • 2012 – 32,078 miles
  • 2011 – 26,377 miles
  • 2010 – 25,391 miles
  • 2008 – 23,137 miles
  • 2006 – 17,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,228 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Chain guard missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,228 miles (+274)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    44,228 miles
    Test number
    963924887257
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass43,954 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    43,954 miles
    Test number
    629151834168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,759 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    43,759 miles
    Test number
    332304490242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass43,551 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,551 miles
    Test number
    499190390880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,268 miles (+643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,268 miles
    Test number
    789795577783
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass42,625 miles (+338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,625 miles
    Test number
    870207644631
    • AdvisoryNearside Chain guard missing

  7. Pass42,287 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,287 miles
    Test number
    161479939630
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Chain guard missing

  8. Pass42,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,209 miles
    Test number
    166534154737
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  9. Fail42,209 miles (+536)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,209 miles
    Test number
    704039206238
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  10. Pass41,673 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,673 miles
    Test number
    779564245603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,254 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,254 miles
    Test number
    279277355421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,409 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    588497054150
    • DangerousBrake and clutch lever sharp eadges
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Fail38,409 miles (+2,983)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    667937254177
    • DangerousBrake and clutch lever sharp eadges
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass35,426 miles (+3,348)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,426 miles
    Test number
    646866853198
    • NoteBrake fluid on minimum
    • NoteExcessive oil leak
    • NoteFrnot fork seals taped up but good damping effect
    • NoteFront brake lever broken
    • NoteFront tyre near limit
    • NoteN/s/r indicator taped up
    • NoteSlight play front head bearings
    • NoteSlight wear rear sprockett

  15. Pass32,078 miles (+13)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,078 miles
    Test number
    166994652185
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • NoteFront brake lever broken
    • NoteL/h rear indicator taped

  16. Fail32,065 miles (+5,688)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,065 miles
    Test number
    289561752418
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • NoteFront brake lever broken
    • NoteL/h rear indicator taped

  17. Pass26,377 miles (+986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,377 miles
    Test number
    365916421195
    • NoteLoosing coolant when engine running

  18. Pass25,391 miles (+2,254)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    25,391 miles
    Test number
    212670310174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,137 miles
    Test number
    571587058352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,137 miles (+4,864)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,137 miles
    Test number
    143377258309
    • FailureFront Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass18,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,273 miles
    Test number
    964577608095
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

  22. Fail18,271 miles (+1,044)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,271 miles
    Test number
    674667808053
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

  23. Pass17,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,227 miles
    Test number
    112881206249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T538 TWC

Does T538 TWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T538 TWC expired on 9 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T538 TWC?
The MOT on T538 TWC expired on 9 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T538 TWC done?
T538 TWC was recorded at 44,228 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2025, an average of 1,442 miles a year.
Has T538 TWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 TWC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on T538 TWC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T538 TWC find?
T538 TWC passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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