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Y979 FJN

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,522 mi
Last recorded26,522 miles
Recorded on24 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 FJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2011 26,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 May 2011 26,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 May 2010 25,728 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 24,623 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2007 20,328 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 15,902 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 15,863 miles

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

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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Y979 FJN is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y979 FJN, 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 Y979 FJN registered?

Y979 FJN is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 4 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y979 FJN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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