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X788 AEL

2000 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Suzuki SV65021,707 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX788 AEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2026

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2026 43,261 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

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

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 40,481 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 40,470 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 36,829 miles

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

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 29 Dec 2023 36,829 miles

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

Offside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 35,750 miles

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 18 Dec 2021 34,130 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 32,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 32,079 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 29,287 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 29,278 miles

Stop lamp not working Hand lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 26,125 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 25,120 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 24,649 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 24,129 miles

oil filter case very rusty

Pass 22 May 2014 22,919 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 21,739 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 21,639 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2012 20,371 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 18,243 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 16,294 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 14,318 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 12,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 11,361 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,304 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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X788 AEL is a 2000 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 X788 AEL, 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 X788 AEL registered?

X788 AEL is a 2000 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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