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W197 WHS

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,570 mi
Last recorded45,570 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 WHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 45,570 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 31,688 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 29,671 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 28,049 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 28,046 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease cover in engine oil (3.2.A1k)

Rear rear tyre covered in oil

engine has a major oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,558 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,942 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,184 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 22,070 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 18,567 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,592 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2006 10,289 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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W197 WHS is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 W197 WHS, 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 W197 WHS registered?

W197 WHS is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W197 WHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 WHS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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