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W389 ONJ

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,320 mi
Last recorded18,320 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW389 ONJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 18,320 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 16,352 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 16,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 16,345 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear position lamp inoperative

Pass 3 May 2019 15,950 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 15,483 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 14,246 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2017 14,246 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 May 2016 12,438 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 10,381 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 9,486 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2013 8,104 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 6,840 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,870 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 5,866 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 4,951 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 4,297 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 2,229 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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W389 ONJ is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W389 ONJ, 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 W389 ONJ registered?

W389 ONJ is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 7 July 2000.

Is W389 ONJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W389 ONJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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