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Y501 VMW

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,555 mi
Last recorded21,555 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY501 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 21,555 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 21,490 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2022 20,464 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 20,225 miles

Rear tyre wearing low

Pass 21 Jun 2019 19,172 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 18,024 miles

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

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

wiring fouling on lock

Pass 21 Jun 2013 17,601 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2012 16,701 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 16,647 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 16,191 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 14,436 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,540 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2006 10,484 miles

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

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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Y501 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y501 VMW, 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 Y501 VMW registered?

Y501 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 21 May 2001.

Is Y501 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y501 VMW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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