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W265 GBW

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,295 mi
Last recorded24,295 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW265 GBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 24,295 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 24,165 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 24,165 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 23,600 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,071 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 22,426 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 21,899 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 21,899 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 20,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 17,554 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 14,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 12,339 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 12,339 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 4,756 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 3,914 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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W265 GBW 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 81.3%.

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 W265 GBW, 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 W265 GBW registered?

W265 GBW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 5 August 2000.

Is W265 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W265 GBW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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