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Y201 GCA

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,420 mi
Last recorded21,420 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY201 GCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 21,420 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 21,420 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 20,688 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 20,688 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,397 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 17,397 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 14,604 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 10,116 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

cables fouling lower yoke

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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Y201 GCA is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y201 GCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y201 GCA registered?

Y201 GCA is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y201 GCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y201 GCA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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