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W248 RHU

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,999 mi
Last recorded26,999 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW248 RHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 26,999 miles

Brake binding but not excessively All brake calipers affected. (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 26,721 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 26,189 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 25,733 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 25,366 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 25,350 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 24,986 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2017 24,986 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 24,776 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 13 Jul 2016 24,776 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 24,415 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 23,872 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 22,901 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2013 22,901 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,579 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Aug 2011 22,579 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,267 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 17,407 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 17,407 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 15,996 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 13,841 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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W248 RHU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 W248 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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W248 RHU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 12 June 2000.

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