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RK53 FBY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,514 mi
Last recorded33,514 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 FBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 33,514 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,919 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 32,919 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 32,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 32,707 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 32,208 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 29,826 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2020 27,558 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 24,373 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 22,463 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 20,824 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded Rear brake pads looking a bit corroded. Ok for now (3.1.5)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 18,298 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 18,260 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 18,258 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 18,132 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 16,911 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,302 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 11,054 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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RK53 FBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RK53 FBY, 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 RK53 FBY registered?

RK53 FBY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is RK53 FBY safe to buy?

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