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CU03 DVB

2003 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,445 mi
Last recorded39,445 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 DVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 39,445 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 31,987 miles

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

Nearside Rear Chain Guard Missing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 30,921 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 30,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,272 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2013 30,129 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,829 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 29,829 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 27,134 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 27,134 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 25,030 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 22,917 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 13,774 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 5,841 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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CU03 DVB is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 17,088 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 CU03 DVB, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU03 DVB registered?

CU03 DVB is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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