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FV03 BKY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Yellow Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,038 mi
Last recorded10,038 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 BKY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 10,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 9,632 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 9,632 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2011 9,615 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 9,615 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 9,098 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 9,098 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

o/s/f indicator is loose on mounting

Fail 26 Jun 2008 8,087 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2008 8,087 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 5,223 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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FV03 BKY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Yellow with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FV03 BKY, 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 FV03 BKY registered?

FV03 BKY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is FV03 BKY safe to buy?

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