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Y257 RVS

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,735 mi
Last recorded15,735 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 RVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 15,735 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 15,706 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 15,700 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 15,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 15,645 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 15,538 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 15,411 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 13,956 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 12,564 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 11,948 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2015 8,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Jun 2012 8,500 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2012 8,500 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2011 7,835 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 7,469 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 7,469 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 6,637 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 6,637 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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Y257 RVS is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y257 RVS, 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 Y257 RVS registered?

Y257 RVS is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is Y257 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 RVS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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