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Y238 BSC

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,759 mi
Last recorded24,759 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 BSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 24,759 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 24,757 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 23,064 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 22,864 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,862 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,364 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 22,009 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 22,009 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2009 21,606 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 20,900 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 20,900 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 16,596 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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Y238 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 Y238 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 Y238 BSC registered?

Y238 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y238 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 BSC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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