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Y597 UMR

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

25,074 mi
Last recorded25,074 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2009
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY597 UMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2009 25,074 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2009 25,074 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,020 miles

No. plate light not working

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 23,007 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

No. plate light not working

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 22,979 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 20,852 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2007 20,852 miles

Centre Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 17,680 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 10,204 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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Y597 UMR is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 Y597 UMR, 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 Y597 UMR registered?

Y597 UMR is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y597 UMR safe to buy?

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