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Y223 BSC

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,641 mi
Last recorded20,641 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY223 BSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 20,641 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyres Old

Pass 12 Feb 2020 20,585 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

adjust tyre pressures before brake test, front hard, rear soft

gearshifter lever slightly bent, pivot a bit tight and clamp slack

Fail 12 Feb 2020 20,585 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

adjust tyre pressures before brake test, front hard, rear soft

gearshifter lever slightly bent, pivot a bit tight and clamp slack

Pass 10 Sep 2010 17,748 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 17,748 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 11,468 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 10,922 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 10,180 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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Y223 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y223 BSC, 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 Y223 BSC registered?

Y223 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y223 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y223 BSC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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