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V599 BNH

1999 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

47,658 mi
Last recorded47,658 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy21,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV599 BNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 Sy
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 47,658 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2024 47,347 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 46,316 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 40,179 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 39,871 miles

side stand return spring weak

some tight spots in drive chain

Pass 17 Sep 2018 39,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 39,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected bar end weight adjusted (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 38,786 miles

Front fork (dust seals) slightly deterioated

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear tyre squared off slightly

Pass 1 Oct 2016 35,873 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,236 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 33,236 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 29,232 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake lever has small amount of reserve travel

Pass 13 Jul 2012 28,631 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 28,531 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 28,531 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Inner Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 28,452 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,346 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 28,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 28,214 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 28,101 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,342 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 Sy?

Based on 2,115 MOT tests across 327 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
857
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
327
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Drive chain excessively loose 15
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V599 BNH is a 1999 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 21,915 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 Sv 650 Sy fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V599 BNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 Sy typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 Sy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V599 BNH is a 1999 Suzuki Sv 650 Sy, first registered on 30 November 1999.

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