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Y851 GNJ

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,783 mi
Last recorded14,783 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY851 GNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 14,783 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 14,248 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 13,651 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 13,506 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 13,488 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 13,397 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 10,558 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 10,313 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

rear disc corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2014 10,313 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

rear disc corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,956 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

one of two tail lights not working

Pass 10 Feb 2012 8,867 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 8,203 miles

whell alignment incorrect.

Pass 31 Mar 2009 7,192 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 7,095 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 7,095 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 6,727 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 5,892 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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Y851 GNJ is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y851 GNJ, 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

How do I check the history of Y851 GNJ?

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What year was Y851 GNJ registered?

Y851 GNJ is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y851 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y851 GNJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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