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W238 JBJ

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,823 mi
Last recorded27,823 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW238 JBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 27,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 27,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 27,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 27,246 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,059 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,549 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 36,251 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 24,638 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 23,881 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 22,910 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 22,910 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2009 22,892 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Chain guard missing

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 21,590 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,590 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 20,223 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,825 miles

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

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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W238 JBJ is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W238 JBJ, 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 W238 JBJ registered?

W238 JBJ is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 18 August 2000.

Is W238 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W238 JBJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W238 JBJ have outstanding finance?

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