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Y179 GAP

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,440 mi
Last recorded62,440 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 GAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 62,440 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 61,930 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 60,765 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 60,749 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 60,021 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 59,996 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 57,934 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 57,720 miles

Rear chain guard missing.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2016 55,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 50,351 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 44,851 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,131 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 30,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 25,160 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 18,828 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 12,152 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,739 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 GAP is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 GAP, 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 GAP registered?

Y179 GAP is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y179 GAP safe to buy?

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