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Y148 HGY

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,310 mi
Last recorded28,310 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY148 HGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 28,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2018 28,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,309 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 1 Sep 2017 23,309 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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 22 Aug 2016 19,413 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 19,413 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,280 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 16,280 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,038 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 12,504 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 12,465 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,327 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 12,304 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 12,244 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 12,225 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 12,197 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,134 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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Y148 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y148 HGY, 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 Y148 HGY registered?

Y148 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y148 HGY safe to buy?

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