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HF51 FTT

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

45,089 mi
Last recorded45,089 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 FTT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 45,089 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 39,855 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 37,631 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 36,616 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 36,585 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 36,523 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 35,454 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 33,634 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 31,234 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 31,234 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 28,774 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 26,233 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 26,233 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 23,496 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 23,496 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 21,041 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

advise front offside foot peg missing return spring

Pass 1 Nov 2012 18,484 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 18,484 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 15,922 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 13,654 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 11,293 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 11,293 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 8,645 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 8,645 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 5,779 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 5,779 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jan 2007 3,388 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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HF51 FTT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 HF51 FTT, 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

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What year was HF51 FTT registered?

HF51 FTT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is HF51 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 FTT shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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