1999 Suzuki SV650 0.6L Petrol · V866 EDT

The vehicle presents a very low mileage of 32,143 miles over 27 years, averaging approximately 1,190 miles per year. While this suggests the motorcycle has seen limited road use, such low annual figures can often indicate long periods of inactivity rather than consistent maintenance. Prolonged standing can be just as detrimental as high mileage, potentially leading to perished rubber seals, fuel system degradation, and internal corrosion. The MOT history reveals a recurring pattern regarding the front suspension. In 2017, the bike failed its test due to a leaking nearside shock absorber seal and misting on the offside. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the nearside shock absorber continued to show light misting of oil in both 2018 and 2019. The absence of these advisories in the most recent 2024 test suggests the issue may have been addressed or that the seals are currently holding, but this remains a critical area of concern for a machine of this age. The overall trend appears stable, as the most recent 2024 MOT was completed with no defects recorded. However, the gap between the 2019 and 2024 tests is significant, leaving a five-year period where the mechanical condition was not independently verified. This lack of recent history makes it difficult to confirm if the bike has been maintained to a high standard during that time or if it has been stored for an extended duration.