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W742 NBO

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,710 mi
Last recorded49,710 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW742 NBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 49,710 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 47,021 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 47,021 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 44,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 44,794 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 41,947 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 40,977 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 40,917 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 40,737 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 40,658 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 40,454 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 39,020 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 37,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2012 36,751 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 36,751 miles

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

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2011 21,914 miles
Fail 8 May 2011 21,914 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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 27 Apr 2010 17,460 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 11,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 9,415 miles

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

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 3 Apr 2007 4,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 3,908 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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W742 NBO is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W742 NBO, 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 W742 NBO registered?

W742 NBO is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W742 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W742 NBO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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