2006 Suzuki AN 650 AK6 0.6L Petrol · BF56 VVM

The 2025‑08‑08 MOT at 44,690 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle is presently roadworthy. The preceding tests in 2024 (44,483 miles) and 2023 (44,130 miles) also passed without blemish, and the only failure recorded in the recent history – the 2023‑06‑05 test at 44,111 miles – involved front brake binding, a fault that was remedied before the subsequent June 6 test. This pattern shows a stable maintenance trend with no recurring defects emerging since the 2023 correction. The mileage progression from 2010 (18,194 miles) to 2025 (44,690 miles) reflects steady use rather than long periods of standing. Annual averages rise from roughly 1,500 miles in the early 2010s to about 2,200 miles per year after 2016, indicating regular operation. Gaps between tests are modest – typically one to three years – and no extended intervals of inactivity are evident, supporting the view that the low overall mileage for a 20‑year‑old vehicle stems from consistent, moderate use rather than neglect. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear brake assembly for disc scoring, pad thickness below 1.0 mm and any signs of binding, and verify that the front brakes move freely without sticking. Examination of the suspension bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers is advisable, given the documented reduced damping and slight free play in wheel bearings since 2011. Particular attention should be paid to the structural corrosion noted on the central and off‑side motorcycle frames in the 2017 test, to the condition of the exhaust system, and to tyre tread depth, as previous records show tyres repeatedly worn close to the legal limit.