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Y179 EFT

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,607 mi
Last recorded20,607 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 EFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 20,607 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 20,586 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 20,547 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 20,431 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 20,384 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 20,360 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 20,116 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 19,931 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Slight oil leak form engine

Fail 19 Nov 2018 19,930 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Slight oil leak form engine

Pass 17 Nov 2017 19,226 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 18,859 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 18,732 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 18,342 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 17,417 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 6 Nov 2012 16,536 miles

Front brakes hanging on slightly

Pass 22 Nov 2011 15,591 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 15,450 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,442 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 15,338 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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Y179 EFT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y179 EFT, 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 Y179 EFT registered?

Y179 EFT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 May 2001.

Is Y179 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y179 EFT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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