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X289 DYB

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,575 mi
Last recorded18,575 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX289 DYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 18,575 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 18,332 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 16,685 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 15,997 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 15,171 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 14,973 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 14,713 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 11,760 miles

SLIGHT PLAY REAR SHOCK BUSH

Pass 1 Sep 2015 11,354 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 18,080 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2009 17,764 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 17,764 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,511 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 13,511 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 11,478 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 11,333 miles

Rear Fairing insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2006 8,513 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 8,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

battery box loose

Pass 10 Jun 2005 6,413 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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X289 DYB is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 19,647 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 X289 DYB, 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 25 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 X289 DYB registered?

X289 DYB is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X289 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X289 DYB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X289 DYB have outstanding finance?

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