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WU02 VRE

2002 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,537 mi
Last recorded26,537 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki SV65017,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 VRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 26,537 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 26,537 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 28,459 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 26,687 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 24,740 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 23,342 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 23,031 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 23,028 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure swinging arm bush or bearing failed allowing the arm to move on its pivots (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 22,701 miles

Drive chain slightly loose chain slightly lose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 22,690 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,633 miles

idle speed high and irratic

Pass 15 Mar 2008 22,254 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 May 2007 20,469 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 19,877 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 17,693 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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WU02 VRE is a 2002 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,300 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 WU02 VRE, 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 24 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 WU02 VRE registered?

WU02 VRE is a 2002 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 2 March 2002.

Is WU02 VRE safe to buy?

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