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Y38 GDM

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,483 mi
Last recorded18,483 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 GDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 18,483 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 17,127 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 17,122 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 16,822 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 16,595 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 16,595 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Slight corrosion rear brake hose

Pass 12 Jun 2009 15,953 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 15,953 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,330 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 13,916 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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Y38 GDM is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y38 GDM, 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 Y38 GDM registered?

Y38 GDM is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y38 GDM safe to buy?

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