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DF03 JBU

2003 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,001 mi
Last recorded33,001 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 JBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 33,001 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear shock corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2024 32,518 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 32,518 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 32,461 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 29,633 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 29,626 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system bolt loose .clap brocken (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 25,373 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 21,351 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 21,346 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 16,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 10,796 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 8,356 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 5,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,393 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 4,393 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 2,525 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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DF03 JBU is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF03 JBU, 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 DF03 JBU registered?

DF03 JBU is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DF03 JBU safe to buy?

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