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W56 RET

2000 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,718 mi
Last recorded17,718 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW56 RET
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 17,718 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,516 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,179 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,925 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 12,396 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 10,421 miles

very slight bind on front brake

Pass 7 Jun 2010 8,698 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 8,671 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 7,621 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 7,591 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2008 6,521 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 5,420 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 5,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2006 4,869 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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W56 RET is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W56 RET, 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 W56 RET registered?

W56 RET is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W56 RET safe to buy?

The MOT history for W56 RET shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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