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GN53 PFJ

2003 Suzuki SV650

Grey Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

1,746 mi
Last recorded1,746 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 PFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 1,746 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 1,736 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 325 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 325 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,491 miles

Rear Brake component slightly loose caliper bushes worn (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 28,500 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 27,516 miles

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2018 55,293 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 53,037 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 53,037 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 53,037 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 49,844 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 48,559 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 45,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Outer Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 42,639 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

swingarm bering has play

Fail 30 Aug 2012 42,639 miles

swingarm bering has play

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 40,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

frant screen damaged

Pass 23 Apr 2010 35,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,321 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,921 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 18,239 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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GN53 PFJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Grey with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GN53 PFJ, 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 PFJ registered?

GN53 PFJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is GN53 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 PFJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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