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S16 DLF

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,633 mi
Last recorded38,633 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS16 DLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2012 38,633 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2010 33,922 miles

Rear Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 29,440 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,935 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 May 2007 25,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2006 22,300 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 22,300 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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S16 DLF is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,707 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S16 DLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S16 DLF registered?

S16 DLF is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is S16 DLF safe to buy?

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