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HF53 LSZ

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

34,944 mi
Last recorded34,944 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LSZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,944 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 34,944 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 31,378 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 31,378 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,326 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 26,326 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 21,767 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 21,767 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2009 17,509 miles

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

small cracks in front tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2008 15,931 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 13,396 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 13,396 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive 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 LSZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 HF53 LSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF53 LSZ registered?

HF53 LSZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is HF53 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 LSZ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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