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HF03 PBY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

33,521 mi
Last recorded33,521 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 PBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 33,521 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 33,521 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2024 32,923 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2024 32,900 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements be obscured, excessively damaged, deteriorated or delaminated (0.1 (d))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 31,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 30,453 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 30,057 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 21 May 2021 30,057 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock clip on needed refitting to right position (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 30,038 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 30,038 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort Rear brake spongy (3.3.A1c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged Clutch leaver broken and sharp (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 27,649 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 27,342 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 23,178 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 23,041 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 23,041 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,995 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 21,137 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 20,197 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 19,464 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 17,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 15,945 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 13,973 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 10,652 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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HF03 PBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HF03 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 HF03 PBY registered?

HF03 PBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is HF03 PBY safe to buy?

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