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Y171 KUX

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,448 mi
Last recorded31,448 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 KUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 31,448 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 25,822 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 24,773 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 23,965 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 22,765 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 22,033 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 21,556 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 21,329 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 20,880 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 20,773 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 20,533 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 20,308 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 20,096 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 18,528 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 14,221 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 14,220 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 13,779 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 13,471 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 13,078 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 11,424 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 11,422 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(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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Y171 KUX is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y171 KUX, 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 Y171 KUX registered?

Y171 KUX is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y171 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y171 KUX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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