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X343 GVT

2001 Suzuki SV650

Green Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

33,822 mi
Last recorded33,822 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX343 GVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 33,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 33,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 33,393 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 33,393 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 32,958 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 32,650 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 32,563 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 31,762 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 27,553 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 27,553 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 26,010 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 24,647 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 20,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

travel on rear brake lever at limit

Pass 18 Apr 2012 17,894 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

clutch and front brake levers shortened

Fail 6 Apr 2012 17,888 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

clutch and brake levers shortened

Pass 3 Apr 2006 16,998 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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X343 GVT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Green with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 X343 GVT, 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.

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What year was X343 GVT registered?

X343 GVT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 20 February 2001.

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