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BV51 NVX

2001 Suzuki SV650

Purple Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,667 mi
Last recorded31,667 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 NVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 31,667 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 31,652 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Front fork oil seal dust covers slightly deteriorated.

Pass 13 May 2023 28,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

incorrect front tyre size fitted

Fail 11 May 2023 28,512 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

incorrect front tyre size fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2022 32,976 miles

Clutch lever tight on pivot

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 31,089 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain o ring hanging out (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Feb 2020 31,071 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain o ring hanging out (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 May 2019 28,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,787 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 28,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 27,372 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,339 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 27,232 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 25,933 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 22,472 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 20,321 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 18,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 18,825 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 15,732 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 15,732 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2007 13,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

drive chain slightly dry

near side front mirror slightly loose

Pass 19 May 2006 10,456 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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BV51 NVX is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Purple with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV51 NVX, 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 BV51 NVX registered?

BV51 NVX is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 17 November 2001.

Is BV51 NVX safe to buy?

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