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Y518 KRD

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

18,859 mi
Last recorded18,859 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 KRD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 18,859 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork dust seals perished. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 18,838 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 18,838 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 18,787 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 18,735 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,488 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 18,335 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 18,335 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 17,278 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2013 17,278 miles

Horn insecure

Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,968 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 16,968 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,613 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,156 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 13,156 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,072 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 6,425 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,614 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 4,787 miles

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

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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Y518 KRD is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y518 KRD, 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 Y518 KRD registered?

Y518 KRD is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 23 June 2001.

Is Y518 KRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 KRD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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