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J297 OBX

2001 Suzuki Savage

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,081 mi
Last recorded33,081 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Savage18,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ297 OBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSavage
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 33,081 miles

Headlamp kick has been corrected using tape

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

Fail 8 Mar 2019 33,066 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 32,961 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 32,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 32,883 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 32,508 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,389 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 32,389 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 32,323 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 32,289 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Savage?

Based on 1,000 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator missing 6
Direction indicator not working 5
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J297 OBX is a 2001 Suzuki Savage in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Savage models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 18,906 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 Savage fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J297 OBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Savage typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Savage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J297 OBX registered?

J297 OBX is a 2001 Suzuki Savage, first registered on 19 June 2001.

Is J297 OBX safe to buy?

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