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GN53 PBY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,851 mi
Last recorded28,851 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 PBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 28,851 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 28,652 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 28,553 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 28,535 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 28,535 miles

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

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 27,996 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 27,928 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 27,716 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 27,412 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 27,132 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 26,922 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT FOOT REST BENT

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 26,131 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,759 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,104 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 24,576 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 24,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 23,822 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

nearside front footrest hanger bent

Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,002 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 17,955 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 11,160 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 11,160 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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GN53 PBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GN53 PBY, 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 GN53 PBY registered?

GN53 PBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is GN53 PBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 PBY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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