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Y157 RSO

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,699 mi
Last recorded24,699 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY157 RSO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 24,699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 24,013 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 24,013 miles

Direction indicator not working l\h rear not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator not working r\h rear not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced rear tailight reduced by 50% (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel hub excessively worn front wheel bearing (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm rear tyre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 22,277 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 22,262 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 21,558 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 21,367 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,111 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 20,635 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 19,511 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,553 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 10,357 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 6,708 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 2,234 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 929 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 926 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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Y157 RSO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y157 RSO, 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 Y157 RSO registered?

Y157 RSO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y157 RSO safe to buy?

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