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SY51 BPU

2001 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,037 mi
Last recorded19,037 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 BPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 19,037 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 16,317 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 16,314 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 15,688 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 14,262 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 13,847 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 11,924 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 11,904 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 11,611 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 11,611 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 May 2010 10,661 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 9,254 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 6,995 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 3,282 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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SY51 BPU is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SY51 BPU, 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

How do I check the history of SY51 BPU?

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What year was SY51 BPU registered?

SY51 BPU is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is SY51 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 BPU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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