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Y246 BSC

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,366 mi
Last recorded19,366 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY246 BSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 19,366 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 18,705 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 18,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,572 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2020 18,924 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 18,289 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2018 16,515 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 15,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 12,218 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 10,287 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,549 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,758 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 4,582 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 4,568 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake calipers binding slightly

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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Y246 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 Y246 BSC, 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 Y246 BSC registered?

Y246 BSC is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y246 BSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y246 BSC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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