CarVerify

Free Car Check

X228 BAW

2001 Suzuki SV650

Pink Petrol 645cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,516 mi
Last recorded43,516 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX228 BAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 43,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 43,516 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 May 2026 43,505 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Drive chain rivet link incorrectly fitted

Fail 29 Apr 2026 43,487 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working Side light out (F) (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front front discs corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2025 43,428 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 42,205 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 42,205 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 42,168 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 40,887 miles

fuel cap will not open

Fail 17 Jun 2022 40,887 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

fuel cap will not open

Pass 2 Oct 2012 40,763 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 40,320 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 39,962 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 39,833 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 37,352 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 37,352 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
Full Suzuki SV650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X228 BAW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Pink with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 X228 BAW, 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 X228 BAW?

You can check the full history of X228 BAW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X228 BAW registered?

X228 BAW is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X228 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X228 BAW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X228 BAW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X228 BAW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.