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Y716 HMY

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,341 mi
Last recorded16,341 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY716 HMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,341 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 16,337 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,978 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 15,955 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2012 15,935 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

The motorcycle has a lot of general corrosion on it.

Pass 12 May 2011 15,821 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Apr 2010 15,689 miles

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 15,601 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 15,405 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2008 15,375 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 15,116 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 14,699 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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Y716 HMY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y716 HMY, 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 Y716 HMY registered?

Y716 HMY is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y716 HMY safe to buy?

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