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Y961 RPO

2001 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

9,763 mi
Last recorded9,763 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY961 RPO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 9,763 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 8,874 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2022 8,208 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 6,334 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 5,168 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2019 5,149 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 4,079 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 2,807 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot. (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

mask converter fitted to headlight.

Pass 7 May 2016 1,776 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 1,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 1,472 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 1,468 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 2 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 30,028 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 300,001 miles

Nearside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 29,596 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 29,596 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 29,110 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 28,681 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 26,045 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 22,965 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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Y961 RPO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y961 RPO, 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 Y961 RPO registered?

Y961 RPO is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 May 2001.

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