Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles, the 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 (2017)

100 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.3% first-time pass rate

2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017

CarHunch analysed 100 real MOT records for the 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto is more reliable than average, with a first-time pass rate of 86.8% against the UK benchmark of 80%, and only 5% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—well within acceptable bounds. The bike is straightforward mechanically, with just 0.5 failures per vehicle on average, suggesting owners rarely face serious problems during testing.

At 6,187 miles median, these bikes are typically used lightly for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rates; the 1.8 advisories per vehicle tend to be minor wear items rather than structural concerns. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brake wear given the modest mileage pattern, then budget for routine servicing to keep it in this reliable sweet spot.

We have limited data for the 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

0.5

Over 4.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 100 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 100 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (95%)	95	91.1%	0.52

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,187

typical

3,202

low mileage

8,878

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 vehicles fall between 3,202 and 8,878 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,202 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,202–8,878 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017s sit.

⚠ Over 11,985 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017 — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2017s are still being driven.

60 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.5

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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