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DX53 LZW

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,516 mi
Last recorded23,516 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 LZW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 23,516 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 23,470 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 23,409 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,299 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2019 23,299 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,036 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 22,801 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 22,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 21,249 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 18,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 7 Nov 2013 17,352 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 17,241 miles

The rear brake caliper pistons are not retracting fully.

Pass 17 Nov 2011 16,671 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,904 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 14,372 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 13,661 miles

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

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

The exhaust noise is loud but not excessive

Pass 12 Nov 2007 10,682 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 4,413 miles

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

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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DX53 LZW is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DX53 LZW, 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

How do I check the history of DX53 LZW?

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What year was DX53 LZW registered?

DX53 LZW is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is DX53 LZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 LZW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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