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LX53 ELJ

2003 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

56,197 mi
Last recorded56,197 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 ELJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 56,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 54,964 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 54,513 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 53,713 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 52,755 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,500 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 51,500 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 50,900 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 50,900 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 50,611 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 49,856 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 48,416 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 48,416 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 43,793 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 38,371 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 10 Feb 2012 33,917 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 29,341 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 25,245 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,245 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 18,588 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 17,987 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 17,987 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 16,370 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 14,396 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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LX53 ELJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LX53 ELJ, 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 LX53 ELJ registered?

LX53 ELJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is LX53 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 ELJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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