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YC51 GSV

2001 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,084 mi
Last recorded5,084 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki SV65019,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 GSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 5,084 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 5,084 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 4,984 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 4,906 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 4,879 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 4,601 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 4,554 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 4,491 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 3,948 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 3,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2014 3,872 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 3,739 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 3,683 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 3,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 3,637 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 3,293 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 2,884 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 6,580 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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YC51 GSV is a 2001 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YC51 GSV, 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 YC51 GSV registered?

YC51 GSV is a 2001 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is YC51 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC51 GSV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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