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Y38 BSG

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,170 mi
Last recorded51,170 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 BSG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 51,170 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 50,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 50,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 50,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 50,155 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 49,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 48,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 47,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 44,043 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 44,043 miles

Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 38,252 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 37,245 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 34,601 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 32,186 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 27,596 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 33,259 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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Y38 BSG is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y38 BSG, 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 Y38 BSG registered?

Y38 BSG is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y38 BSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 BSG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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