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Y36 BMS

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,152 mi
Last recorded24,152 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY36 BMS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 24,152 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 23,603 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 23,360 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2023 23,187 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 22,644 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 22,314 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 22,314 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 21,783 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 20,522 miles

Chain requires lubrications

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2018 19,877 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,308 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 18,547 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,427 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 16,681 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 16,681 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,632 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,945 miles

front tyre has slight crazing on the tread blocks

Pass 19 Apr 2010 15,145 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,318 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,858 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 13,405 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 12,225 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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Y36 BMS is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y36 BMS, 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 Y36 BMS registered?

Y36 BMS is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y36 BMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y36 BMS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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