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MV03 BYY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,028 mi
Last recorded15,028 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 BYY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 15,028 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre excessively aged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2025 14,618 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2024 13,717 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 13,694 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 13,246 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 12,153 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 11,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 11,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 11,534 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 10,786 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 9,501 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,561 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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MV03 BYY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MV03 BYY, 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 MV03 BYY registered?

MV03 BYY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is MV03 BYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV03 BYY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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