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W47 VAW

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,242 mi
Last recorded22,242 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW47 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 22,242 miles

DAYTIME MOT. NOT TO BE USED IN HOURS OF DARKNESS OR REDUCED VISABILITY

Fail 3 Nov 2025 22,240 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Fuel pipe leaking under fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2025 22,228 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2022 22,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

lights masked/not fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2021 21,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 18,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2011 18,041 miles

slight leak on exhaust

Fail 19 Mar 2010 16,456 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 16,456 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 11,095 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 11,092 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 10,826 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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W47 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W47 VAW, 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 W47 VAW registered?

W47 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 2 May 2000.

Is W47 VAW safe to buy?

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