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Y994 OTL

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,293 mi
Last recorded21,293 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY994 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 21,293 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 21,132 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2017 21,124 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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 Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,813 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 16,813 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,469 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 11,261 miles

front and rear tyres nearing minimum limit.

Pass 30 Sep 2011 9,224 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 9,222 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 8,755 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,343 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 7,932 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 7,927 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 7,790 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 7,365 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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Y994 OTL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y994 OTL, 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 Y994 OTL registered?

Y994 OTL is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y994 OTL safe to buy?

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