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W198 RHU

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,085 mi
Last recorded55,085 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW198 RHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 55,085 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 53,152 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2020 53,152 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 49,445 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2016 49,332 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired l/h rear. (lens loose). (1.5.3a)

Fork dust seals corroded.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 48,996 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 47,661 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 43,415 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 43,415 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 38,795 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 38,795 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 36,477 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 34,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 34,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 26,930 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 25,203 miles

front discs rusted but still work

Pass 5 May 2006 24,017 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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W198 RHU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W198 RHU, 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 W198 RHU registered?

W198 RHU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W198 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W198 RHU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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