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X538 KMW

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

37,206 mi
Last recorded37,206 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX538 KMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2015 37,206 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2015 37,206 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 35,975 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 35,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 35,500 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 21,221 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,221 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))

Pass 28 Mar 2011 24,495 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 24,495 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 22,318 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 22,318 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 18,548 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 18,105 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 15,962 miles

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

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

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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X538 KMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 X538 KMW, 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 X538 KMW registered?

X538 KMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X538 KMW safe to buy?

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