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Y179 MCL

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,657 mi
Last recorded49,657 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 MCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2022 49,657 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 48,128 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 47,279 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 46,693 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 46,625 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 May 2016 45,683 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 45,649 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 44,658 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 42,523 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 42,523 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2013 41,695 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 38,496 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 32,740 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 28,408 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 24,251 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 20,199 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 15,309 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 MCL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MCL, 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 MCL registered?

Y179 MCL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y179 MCL safe to buy?

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