CarVerify

Free Car Check

W398 FKE

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 649cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,031 mi
Last recorded34,031 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW398 FKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 34,031 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 33,983 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 33,983 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 33,442 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 32,886 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 32,879 miles

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 37,249 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 37,249 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))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 31,750 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 30,646 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 25,887 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 19,953 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 17,332 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 14,377 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 14,377 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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
Full Suzuki SV650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W398 FKE is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W398 FKE, 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 W398 FKE?

You can check the full history of W398 FKE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W398 FKE registered?

W398 FKE is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W398 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W398 FKE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W398 FKE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W398 FKE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.