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BX51 MBV

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,929 mi
Last recorded30,929 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 MBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 30,929 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 30,841 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,739 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,262 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 28,262 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,749 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 23,749 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,739 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 21,739 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,955 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 20,955 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 19,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 15,958 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 14,315 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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BX51 MBV is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BX51 MBV, 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 BX51 MBV registered?

BX51 MBV is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is BX51 MBV safe to buy?

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