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R555 BTF

2003 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,858 mi
Last recorded26,858 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR555 BTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 26,858 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 26,066 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 26,060 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect LEDs fitted to incompatible units (4.1.2 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Harsh and grating (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached hanging loose on wires (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 22,944 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 20,553 miles

Front 1.3mm. 120/60/ZR17/55W. Rear 2mm. 160/60/ZR17/69W.

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 18,908 miles

Aftermarket exhaust installed

Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,207 miles

Offside Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 May 2014 16,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

various fairing fixings missing

Pass 16 Apr 2013 15,738 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 15,738 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 14,676 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 14,676 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 11,625 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 7,640 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 3,330 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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R555 BTF is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R555 BTF, 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 R555 BTF registered?

R555 BTF is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is R555 BTF safe to buy?

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