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FJ53 NZD

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,411 mi
Last recorded37,411 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 NZD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 37,411 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 37,347 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 37,035 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 36,912 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 36,385 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 May 2019 35,724 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 3 May 2019 35,724 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 35,300 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 35,299 miles

Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength Front brake discs (3.2.A1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 34,653 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 34,653 miles

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 34,653 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 1 bulb not working. 1 remaining light ok. (1.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 30,428 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2014 26,172 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 22,438 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 19,598 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 19,598 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2011 17,231 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 17,231 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 14,192 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 14,172 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 11,248 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 11,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 7,902 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 7,003 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 4,572 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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FJ53 NZD is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FJ53 NZD, 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 FJ53 NZD registered?

FJ53 NZD is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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The MOT history for FJ53 NZD shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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