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OV51 OSE

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,983 mi
Last recorded68,983 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 OSE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 68,983 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 67,703 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 67,548 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 67,548 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 67,548 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 67,447 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 66,103 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 66,052 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 65,763 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 65,763 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 65,228 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 65,228 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 62,701 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 60,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 54,984 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 49,254 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 4,862 miles

Rear pads close to wear limit

Pass 19 Mar 2009 46,975 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 43,845 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2007 34,199 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 21,563 miles

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

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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OV51 OSE is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OV51 OSE, 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 OV51 OSE registered?

OV51 OSE is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is OV51 OSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 OSE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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