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W178 SRR

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,035 mi
Last recorded28,035 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW178 SRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 28,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2025 28,031 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 27,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 27,265 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,013 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 27,013 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 22,168 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,693 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 15,436 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 15,436 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 10,231 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 10,231 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 10,167 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 11 Aug 2005 9,916 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 9,916 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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W178 SRR is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W178 SRR, 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 W178 SRR registered?

W178 SRR is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is W178 SRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W178 SRR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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