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HF53 FMJ

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,456 mi
Last recorded33,456 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 33,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 33,380 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced both front indicators small and dim (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced beam pattern also hard to see (4.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre perrished and starting to tear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced combined no plate and indicator holder bracket slightly insecure (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush dog bone bushing worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 May 2022 33,079 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2022 33,079 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 32,942 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 32,088 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Indicator mount slight movement (6.1.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 29,411 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 22,967 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 20,997 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 17,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 16,013 miles

rear mudguard insecure

Pass 18 May 2011 15,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2010 13,054 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 12,340 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 12,080 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 8,030 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear suspension bearing 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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HF53 FMJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HF53 FMJ, 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 HF53 FMJ registered?

HF53 FMJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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