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Y159 HGY

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,904 mi
Last recorded32,904 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 HGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2011 32,904 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 32,904 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 29,504 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 29,378 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2008 29,378 miles

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

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 28,640 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 26,750 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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Y159 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y159 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 Y159 HGY registered?

Y159 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y159 HGY safe to buy?

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