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Y268 COF

2001 Suzuki SV650

Orange Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,424 mi
Last recorded15,424 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 COF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 15,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.oomm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 14,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front HANDLEBAR GRIP SLIGHTLY UNSTUCK, BUT UNABLE TO TWIST

Fail 16 Jan 2025 14,272 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front HANDLEBAR GRIP SLIGHTLY UNSTUCK, BUT UNABLE TO TWIST

Pass 12 Aug 2015 14,226 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 14,082 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 13,805 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 13,324 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,606 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,919 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 11,862 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 11,861 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y268 COF is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Orange with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y268 COF, 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 Y268 COF registered?

Y268 COF is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is Y268 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y268 COF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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