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Y518 VMW

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,434 mi
Last recorded52,434 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 52,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 52,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 51,122 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 50,468 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 48,107 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 338,710 miles

Offside Front Lower Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jun 2016 36,324 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 34,793 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 34,256 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 34,123 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2012 33,271 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 33,271 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,050 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 32,122 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

excessive float in front discs

throttle sticking slightly on r/h lock

Fail 7 Jun 2010 32,112 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

excessive float in front discs

throttle sticking slightly on r/h lock

Pass 11 May 2006 29,543 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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Y518 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 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 Y518 VMW registered?

Y518 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y518 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 VMW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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