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W228 VGK

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

128,504 mi
Last recorded128,504 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 VGK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 128,504 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 128,504 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2010 114,402 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 114,402 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2009 101,289 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 89,606 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 75,441 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 9 May 2007 75,441 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 61,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2006 61,153 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2005 47,412 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2005 47,412 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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W228 VGK is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 W228 VGK, 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 W228 VGK registered?

W228 VGK is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 2 May 2000.

Is W228 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 VGK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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