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Suzuki SV650

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 645 cc

T542 BFTMOT history

T542 BFT is a red petrol Suzuki SV650 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 37,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2023
Mileage
37,950 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 BFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
SV650
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
645 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 BFT was last recorded at 37,950 miles on 20 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,950 miles · 10 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 37,950 miles
  • 2021 – 35,822 miles
  • 2020 – 33,103 miles
  • 2017 – 32,886 miles
  • 2016 – 32,045 miles
  • 2015 – 30,155 miles
  • 2014 – 29,911 miles
  • 2013 – 29,269 miles
  • 2012 – 28,008 miles
  • 2011 – 23,838 miles
  • 2010 – 18,052 miles
  • 2009 – 14,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,950 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight play in gear lever pivit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,950 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    907835192220
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail37,950 miles (+2,128)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    394930700104
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear switch adjusted incorrectly (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass35,822 miles (+18)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    35,822 miles
    Test number
    195303235131
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in gear lever pivit

  4. Fail35,804 miles (+2,701)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,804 miles
    Test number
    448848856856
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in gear lever pivit

  5. Pass33,103 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    33,103 miles
    Test number
    133558354658
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail33,095 miles (+209)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,095 miles
    Test number
    875243305551
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass32,886 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,886 miles
    Test number
    612668641046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,045 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,045 miles
    Test number
    488118774145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,155 miles (+244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,155 miles
    Test number
    692471328877
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  10. Pass29,911 miles (+642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,911 miles
    Test number
    365309054401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  11. Pass29,269 miles (+1,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,269 miles
    Test number
    475836923230
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

  12. Pass28,008 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,008 miles
    Test number
    457134642271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,838 miles (+5,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,838 miles
    Test number
    807208421233
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass18,052 miles (+3,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,052 miles
    Test number
    340033130409
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass14,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    14,362 miles
    Test number
    970966239236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T542 BFT

Does T542 BFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 BFT expired on 22 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 BFT?
The MOT on T542 BFT expired on 22 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 BFT done?
T542 BFT was recorded at 37,950 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 1,852 miles a year.
Has T542 BFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 BFT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T542 BFT 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 T542 BFT find?
T542 BFT passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with 3 advisories: drive chain worn but not considered excessive; exhaust noisy; rear brake binding but not excessively.

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