Suzuki Sv (2014)
2014 Suzuki Sv
CarHunch analysed 181 real MOT records for the 2014 Suzuki Sv. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Suzuki SV punches well above average with a 90.4% pass rate against the UK baseline of 80%, signalling generally robust mechanicals—though 24.3% of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which warrants a full pre-purchase inspection. The median mileage of just 10,926 miles is low for a decade-old bike, suggesting many examples have been garage queens or lightly ridden, yet the average still climbs to 13,407 because some have been properly worked. With 0.77 failures per vehicle and 3.6 advisories, the typical issues are minor wear items rather than structural problems. Before committing, get a mechanic to specifically check the service history and confirm the stated mileage, as the low odometer readings suggest variable usage patterns that can hide neglect.
What to check before buying a 2014 Suzuki Sv
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 24.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Suzuki Sv vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Suzuki Sv vehicles fall between 6,346 and 17,097 miles.
2014 Suzuki Sv — Still on the Road
100 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 67% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Suzuki Sv
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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54.8%
Exhaust noisy
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33%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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27.8%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.2%
Drive chain slightly loose
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13%
Exhaust noisy
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12.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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12.2%
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy
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11.5%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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