2000 Suzuki SV650 0.6L Petrol · K8 PFT

This motorcycle presents a clean and stable MOT record, with the most recent test on 22 July 2025 at 17,068 miles showing a pass with no defects. The sole failure on 20 May 2025 at 17,064 miles also recorded no defects, which is unusual. That failure likely stemmed from a minor issue rectified before the retest two months later, or possibly a data entry anomaly. Overall, the maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring faults or advisories across any of the five tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 26-year-old machine: 17,068 miles total, averaging roughly 656 miles per year. The gaps between tests are moderate; the longest interval was from June 2019 to November 2022, a period of over three years. That gap suggests the bike may have been laid up or used very sparingly. The mileage accumulation is consistent with occasional use rather than daily commuting, and the odometer readings show no sudden jumps, indicating a genuine low-mileage example. Given the low mileage and long periods of potential inactivity, a buyer should inspect perishable components that degrade with time rather than distance. Check the condition of the tyres for age cracks, the brake fluid for moisture contamination, and the rubber hoses and seals for brittleness. The fork seals and suspension bushes may also have deteriorated from lack of regular use. The clean MOT history is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is advisable to verify that all safety-critical systems are in sound working order.