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Y521 NLO

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,465 mi
Last recorded73,465 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY521 NLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 73,465 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 58,632 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,968 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 45,253 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,332 miles

no chain cover gaurd,no front sprocket cover

Pass 31 May 2013 38,907 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 38,897 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2012 37,647 miles

Rear Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Oct 2008 37,621 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 34,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 31,504 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 29,783 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 29,779 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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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Y521 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y521 NLO, 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 Y521 NLO registered?

Y521 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y521 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y521 NLO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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