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Y388 XBN

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,282 mi
Last recorded40,282 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY388 XBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 40,282 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 39,806 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 39,137 miles

Rear Rear subframe has been modified.

Pass 11 Aug 2021 37,847 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 36,502 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Corrosion on rear subframe.

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 34,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 31,113 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 27,401 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,638 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 22,286 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 22,286 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2014 17,447 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,250 miles

Front tyre starting to perish - cracking

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Jun 2012 15,071 miles

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 14,674 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Number plate light not working .

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2008 13,872 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,044 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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Y388 XBN is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y388 XBN, 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 Y388 XBN registered?

Y388 XBN is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y388 XBN safe to buy?

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