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W166 NHC

2000 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,162 mi
Last recorded41,162 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy20,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW166 NHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 Sy
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 41,162 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2025 40,754 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Gear lever, cable ties holding rose joint together but not insecure

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 40,051 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 38,223 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 38,206 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022 37,212 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 37,208 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2021 36,594 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,577 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight notch

Pass 26 Aug 2017 29,676 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 24,830 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 24,830 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 102,407 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 12,761 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 10,200 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,831 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 7,605 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 7,403 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 7,088 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 6,734 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 6,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 6,290 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 Sy?

Based on 2,115 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
857
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Drive chain excessively loose 15
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W166 NHC is a 2000 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,323 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 Sv 650 Sy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W166 NHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 Sy typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 Sy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W166 NHC registered?

W166 NHC is a 2000 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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