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Y408 OAC

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,520 mi
Last recorded28,520 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY408 OAC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 28,520 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 27,993 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 27,062 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 26,133 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 25,569 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 25,239 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,707 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 21,151 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 20,750 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 19,714 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 17,156 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,191 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 161,858 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2011 13,327 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,228 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,768 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,060 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 8,722 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 8,161 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 7,975 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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Y408 OAC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y408 OAC, 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 Y408 OAC registered?

Y408 OAC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y408 OAC safe to buy?

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