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W165 VRE

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

31,737 mi
Last recorded31,737 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW165 VRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 31,737 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 31,737 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 31,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 30,297 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 30,294 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 30,037 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,285 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 28,752 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 28,752 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 27,384 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 25,775 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,453 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 18,029 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 17,834 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,665 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,860 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 14,319 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,632 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 10,114 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 10,098 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Feb 2007 8,814 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 8,814 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 8,284 miles

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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W165 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W165 VRE, 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 W165 VRE registered?

W165 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 24 July 2000.

Is W165 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W165 VRE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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