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Y163 WBT

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,073 mi
Last recorded20,073 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY163 WBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 20,073 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2026 20,073 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 17,989 miles

Engine Oil Leak

Chain Guide Rubber Insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Fairing panel Insecure

Nearside Riders Heelplate Missing

Neutral light Not working

Offside Fairing Panel Missing

Fail 6 Apr 2023 17,989 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain Guide Rubber Insecure

Engine Oil Leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Fairing panel Insecure

Nearside Riders Heelplate Missing

Neutral light Not working

Offside Fairing Panel Missing

Pass 7 Sep 2021 17,047 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 15,913 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 15,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 15,528 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 15,171 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,906 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 14,416 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,416 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 12,753 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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Y163 WBT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 Y163 WBT, 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 Y163 WBT registered?

Y163 WBT is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y163 WBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y163 WBT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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