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Y161 UCC

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,402 mi
Last recorded35,402 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY161 UCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 35,402 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 35,402 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 35,370 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 22 May 2015 34,846 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 33,740 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 31,937 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 29,407 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,719 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 27,719 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 24,267 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 24,267 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 21,309 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 20,481 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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Y161 UCC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y161 UCC, 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 Y161 UCC registered?

Y161 UCC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 10 March 2001.

Is Y161 UCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y161 UCC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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