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GK03 BUV

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,597 mi
Last recorded23,597 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 BUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 23,597 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 23,441 miles

left side indicator out,,stoplamp out

Pass 13 Aug 2018 20,344 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 17,105 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 17,097 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 17,055 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 17,052 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 17,052 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 16,936 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 16,801 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 16,698 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 16,213 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 16,213 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 May 2009 11,209 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 6,832 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 6,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2007 5,465 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 5,218 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 18 May 2006 5,218 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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GK03 BUV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GK03 BUV, 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 GK03 BUV registered?

GK03 BUV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is GK03 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK03 BUV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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