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BV51 NXB

2001 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,222 mi
Last recorded21,222 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 NXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 21,222 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 20,914 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 19,996 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 19,451 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 19,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2021 18,630 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 17,863 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 16,659 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 15,039 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 13,684 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 11,989 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 10,522 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 9,628 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,110 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 9,107 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,050 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,618 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 8,618 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,347 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 NXB is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV51 NXB?

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What year was BV51 NXB registered?

BV51 NXB is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BV51 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 NXB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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