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Y543 HKE

2001 Suzuki Sv 650 SK1

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,261 mi
Last recorded28,261 miles
Recorded on3 May 2008
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Sv 650 SK116,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY543 HKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2008 28,261 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 27,604 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 26,098 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 26,098 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SK1?

Based on 1,156 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Drive chain excessively loose 10
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Y543 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki Sv 650 SK1 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Sv 650 SK1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 16,134 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 Sv 650 SK1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y543 HKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SK1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SK1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y543 HKE registered?

Y543 HKE is a 2001 Suzuki Sv 650 SK1, first registered on 10 August 2001.

Is Y543 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y543 HKE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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