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VX51 GFE

2001 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

23,011 mi
Last recorded23,011 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 GFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 23,011 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 22,438 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 3 Feb 2018 22,438 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 22,058 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 22,058 miles

Rear Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 37,069 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 37,069 miles

Direction indicator not working fr n/s (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,623 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 28,617 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,366 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2012 24,366 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,365 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 17,557 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 17,557 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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VX51 GFE is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VX51 GFE, 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.

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What year was VX51 GFE registered?

VX51 GFE is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 3 November 2001.

Is VX51 GFE safe to buy?

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