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R100 JAY

1999 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,437 mi
Last recorded26,437 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki SV65022,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 JAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 26,437 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 26,430 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front forks. (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both front forks. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 26,424 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside front fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 26,417 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 26,411 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 26,333 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 26,287 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 26,287 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 26,280 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 26,273 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,964 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 25,964 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,906 miles

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

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

drive chain needs oiling

Pass 30 Apr 2014 25,769 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

headlight masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2013 25,725 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2012 25,645 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2010 25,366 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 25,344 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 25,318 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 25,016 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 24,837 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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R100 JAY is a 1999 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 22,559 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R100 JAY, 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 27 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 R100 JAY registered?

R100 JAY is a 1999 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is R100 JAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 JAY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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