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Y278 GDY

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,999 mi
Last recorded47,999 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 GDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 47,999 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 47,999 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 47,303 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 45,587 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 45,585 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 41,561 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 41,383 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 40,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 38,783 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 36,130 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 28,558 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 26,628 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 25,034 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 16,946 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 16,309 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 15,701 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 14,399 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 11,427 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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Y278 GDY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 Y278 GDY, 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 Y278 GDY registered?

Y278 GDY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y278 GDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 GDY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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