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Y526 NLO

2001 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,669 mi
Last recorded25,669 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY526 NLO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 25,669 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both calipers (1.1.13 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 of 2 bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose Tail unit plate mounted is slightly loose / broken but secure (0.1 (a))

Slight oil leak from front sprocket area

Throttle does not return automatically but return cable fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2026 25,669 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both calipers (1.1.13 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 of 2 bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By both indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose Tail unit plate mounted is slightly loose / broken but secure (0.1 (a))

Slight oil leak from front sprocket area

Throttle does not return automatically but return cable fitted

Riders seat insecure Near side bolt stripped and loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 22,613 miles

Small oil leak clutch cover

Pass 2 Feb 2024 21,955 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 21,128 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Shock linkage bushing freeplay. All . (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 19,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 19,316 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 16,933 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 16,933 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 12,309 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 11,582 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 11,582 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 10,994 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 10,994 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,898 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 10,884 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 8,882 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 8,834 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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Y526 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y526 NLO, 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 Y526 NLO registered?

Y526 NLO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y526 NLO safe to buy?

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