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FX53 HNT

2003 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,152 mi
Last recorded27,152 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 HNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 27,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Getting low (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 26,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Swinging arm bearings have slight play

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 25,159 miles

L/H headlight temporarily masked - to flatted beam image in headlight tester

Steering head bearings slightly notchy

Swinging arm bearings have slight play

Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,155 miles

L/H headlight temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester

No plate light not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 24,155 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Footrest insecure R/H/F (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

L/H headlight temporarily masked - to flatten beam image in headlight tester

No plate light not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2016 23,704 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2016 23,684 miles

Front Outer Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 21,076 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 21,076 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 19,914 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 18,596 miles

Number plate changed for test

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 16,252 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Feb 2012 16,251 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 12,469 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 12,469 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 12,249 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

chain slightly slack

Pass 5 Nov 2007 10,937 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 10,420 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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FX53 HNT is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FX53 HNT, 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 FX53 HNT registered?

FX53 HNT is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 October 2003.

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