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Y241 TSU

2001 Suzuki SV650

Orange Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,469 mi
Last recorded59,469 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY241 TSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 59,469 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 57,490 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 57,480 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 57,168 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 57,168 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 56,565 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

wires exposed at front of bike

Fail 23 Aug 2021 56,535 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))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

wires exposed at front of bike

Pass 31 Jul 2020 5,601 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 4,517 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 4,504 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 4,352 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 4,291 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 4,201 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 4,147 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 3,955 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 3,684 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 3,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 2,982 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 2,739 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 2,159 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 1,920 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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Y241 TSU is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Orange with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y241 TSU, 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 Y241 TSU registered?

Y241 TSU is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 4 April 2001.

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