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W196 DPU

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,556 mi
Last recorded17,556 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 DPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 17,556 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 17,455 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 17,448 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 17,065 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 16,751 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 16,591 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 16,402 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,038 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 15,736 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 15,439 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 14,892 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,365 miles

front brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,711 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

slight corrosion to both front brake disc

Pass 31 Dec 2008 13,074 miles

front brake binding on

Fail 6 Dec 2008 13,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 11,838 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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W196 DPU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W196 DPU, 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 W196 DPU registered?

W196 DPU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 June 2000.

Is W196 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 DPU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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