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W298 VGU

2000 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

49,731 mi
Last recorded49,731 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW298 VGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 49,731 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose front downpipe clamp corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

engine running poorly

tyre pressures very low

Fail 7 May 2025 49,731 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose front downpipe clamp corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))

engine running poorly

tyre pressures very low

Pass 9 Mar 2016 49,731 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 49,731 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 49,731 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 49,731 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 49,444 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

small bind rear brake

Pass 29 Jun 2012 44,824 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 42,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,903 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 40,903 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 33,654 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 30,581 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 28,969 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 24,932 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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W298 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 W298 VGU, 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 W298 VGU registered?

W298 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W298 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W298 VGU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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