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W201 VMA

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,519 mi
Last recorded60,519 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW201 VMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 60,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 59,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 59,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 53,660 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear number plate light not working. Rear brake reaction bar has slight movement on front mount.

Pass 14 Jan 2014 50,654 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 45,367 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 45,202 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 39,460 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 39,431 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 33,522 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 25,535 miles

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

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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W201 VMA is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W201 VMA, 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 W201 VMA registered?

W201 VMA is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is W201 VMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W201 VMA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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