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W495 BVW

2000 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,735 mi
Last recorded42,735 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW495 BVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 42,735 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2022 42,735 miles

Central Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 42,601 miles

Fairing fixings missing

Pass 3 May 2018
Fail 27 Apr 2018 42,303 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

exhaust loose

Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,495 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 40,538 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 40,310 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 39,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 38,602 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 38,564 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 34,179 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,891 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 33,890 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 32,601 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 32,601 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 31,966 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 31,966 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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W495 BVW 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 66.7%.

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 W495 BVW, 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.

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What year was W495 BVW registered?

W495 BVW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W495 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W495 BVW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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