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W253 RYA

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,756 mi
Last recorded26,756 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 RYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 26,756 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 26,247 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 26,232 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 26,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 25,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 25,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 23,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 22,072 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 19,241 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 15,366 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 15,366 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 31,155 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 28,950 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 27,273 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 24,879 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 24,879 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 22,595 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 20,216 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 17,136 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 17,126 miles

Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 15,495 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 15,495 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 7,860 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 6,751 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 6,090 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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W253 RYA is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W253 RYA, 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

How do I check the history of W253 RYA?

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What year was W253 RYA registered?

W253 RYA is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 March 2000.

Is W253 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W253 RYA shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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