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W72 VAW

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,078 mi
Last recorded30,078 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW72 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 30,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 30,075 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 27,935 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 26,027 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight at tight spot,also requires lubrication. (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive due to tight links (6.2.1e)

Oil leak ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake lever operation feels rough,pivot could do with greasing

oil filter rusting,needs to be replaced

Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,338 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 22,897 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2015 22,894 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 21,479 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 20,573 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 19,670 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 18,297 miles

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

front tyre has crack on r/h sidewall

Fail 21 Jun 2011 18,281 miles

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

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 16,585 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 12,034 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 9,045 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 9,045 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

chain rusty needs lubing

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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W72 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 W72 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.

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What year was W72 VAW registered?

W72 VAW is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 May 2000.

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