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W189 UMY

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

9,833 mi
Last recorded9,833 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 UMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 9,833 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 9,833 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 9,822 miles

Oil leak but not excessive

Rear tyre cracked / slightly perished

Fail 12 Sep 2024 9,822 miles

Oil leak but not excessive

Rear tyre cracked / slightly perished

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Reflector covering lettering (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 9,787 miles

Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Fail 14 Sep 2023 9,787 miles

Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Fail 21 Sep 2009 9,729 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 9,729 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 9,686 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 9,680 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2007 9,631 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 9,629 miles

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 9,262 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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W189 UMY is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 W189 UMY, 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.

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What year was W189 UMY registered?

W189 UMY is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 5 August 2000.

Is W189 UMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W189 UMY shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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