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W197 XDL

2000 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,011 mi
Last recorded21,011 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 XDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 21,011 miles

Exhaust noisy acceptable at half engine speed (8.1.1 (a))

brake has long travel

Pass 13 Apr 2023 20,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 20,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 20,479 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 20,384 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 14,968 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 14,965 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 14,861 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 14,413 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 14,097 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 12,090 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 12,090 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 10,644 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 10,117 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 9,408 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 9,045 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 7,508 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 7,306 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,957 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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W197 XDL is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XDL, 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 XDL registered?

W197 XDL is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W197 XDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 XDL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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