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Suzuki SV650

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 645 cc

Y896 GWSMOT history

Y896 GWS is a yellow petrol Suzuki SV650 first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 27,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
27,999 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 GWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
SV650
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
645 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 GWS was last recorded at 27,999 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,709 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
290 miles
Average per year
514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,999 miles
  • 2025 – 27,709 miles
  • 2019 – 27,409 miles
  • 2018 – 27,192 miles
  • 2017 – 26,973 miles
  • 2012 – 23,912 miles
  • 2011 – 21,208 miles
  • 2009 – 20,700 miles
  • 2008 – 19,624 miles
  • 2007 – 18,517 miles
  • 2006 – 17,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,999 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively brake disc (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,999 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    27,999 miles
    Test number
    812059560235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively brake disc (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass27,709 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    27,709 miles
    Test number
    828099238043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass27,409 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    27,409 miles
    Test number
    959659210004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass27,192 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    27,192 miles
    Test number
    763726594124
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
  5. Fail27,192 miles (+219)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,192 miles
    Test number
    401900221340
    • FailureFront Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
  6. Pass26,973 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    26,973 miles
    Test number
    471294200689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,912 miles (+2,704)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,912 miles
    Test number
    758733802108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,208 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,208 miles
    Test number
    446610321193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,700 miles
    Test number
    212371379427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail20,697 miles (+1,073)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,697 miles
    Test number
    393891579165
    • FailureRear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
  11. Fail19,624 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    280288368425
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
  12. Pass19,624 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    391258068109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,517 miles
    Test number
    274316877171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,517 miles (+857)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,517 miles
    Test number
    452476077134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
  15. Pass17,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,660 miles
    Test number
    851942686166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 GWS

Does Y896 GWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 GWS is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 GWS?
The MOT on Y896 GWS is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 GWS done?
Y896 GWS was recorded at 27,999 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 514 miles a year.
Has Y896 GWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 GWS has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on Y896 GWS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y896 GWS find?
Y896 GWS passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake binding but not excessively brake disc.

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