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DK53 ZCV

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,349 mi
Last recorded19,349 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 ZCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 19,349 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 17,854 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 17,665 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 16,945 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 5,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 15,663 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 14,761 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 14,761 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 13,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 11,366 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2018 11,366 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 10,492 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 8,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 8,780 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 6,696 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 5,213 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 4,171 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 4,168 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,434 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 2,938 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 2,363 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 1,321 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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DK53 ZCV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 DK53 ZCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 ZCV registered?

DK53 ZCV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is DK53 ZCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 ZCV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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