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Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 reliable? We analysed 673 real MOT tests across 429 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 673 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.2%
Typical Mileage
6,574mi
Annual Mileage
1,813mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Sv 650 AM2.

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.9%
2022
91.3%
2021

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 2
Valve stem seriously damaged 2

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
611 mi/yr
Typical
1,813 mi/yr
Average
2,866 mi/yr
Heavy usage
4,748 mi/yr

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 417 89.9% 3,020 5,537 10,678
2021 219 91.3% 4,050 7,646 12,667

How Long Does a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Last?

Based on 429 Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,574 mi
75th Percentile
11,756 mi
95th Percentile
22,177 mi
Max Recorded
39,516 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Sv 650 AM2

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.3% MOT pass rate from 219 tests

Year to avoid
2022

89.9% MOT pass rate from 417 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.3% across 219 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 THIS CAR 90.2% 673 6,574 mi — yrs
Suzuki Swift 76.1% 2,247,517 51,601 mi 31 yrs
Suzuki Alto 74% 1,154,186 41,167 mi 28 yrs
Suzuki Grand Vitara 76.2% 1,025,634 67,542 mi 28 yrs
Renault Scenic Dynamique Nav DCI 90.1% 503 56,064 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Sv 650 AM2?

The Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 673 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 owner drives around 1,813 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 reliable?
Based on 673 MOT tests, the Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 has a 90.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 does around 1,813 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki Sv 650 AM2?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Sv 650 AM2 is 2021 with a 91.3% pass rate across 219 tests.