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Y203 YDL

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

31,116 mi
Last recorded31,116 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY203 YDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 31,116 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 31,116 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 30,111 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 29,896 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2013 28,819 miles

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Gear lever damaged, has been repaired

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 8 May 2013 28,819 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Gear lever damaged, has been repaired

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2011
Fail 5 Apr 2011 27,259 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2009 26,609 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008
Fail 4 Oct 2008 22,926 miles

Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 13,872 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 7,913 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 7,913 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

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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Y203 YDL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 Y203 YDL, 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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Y203 YDL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 11 July 2001.

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