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SN53 DKJ

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,201 mi
Last recorded22,201 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 DKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 22,201 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2018 22,201 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 22,201 miles

Exhaust noisy BAFFEL FITTED (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 22,201 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 22,201 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 22,201 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2016 22,201 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 22,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 22,201 miles

Chain guard missing.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,201 miles

Chain guard missing.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 22,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 22,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 22,201 miles

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

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 18 Jun 2011 22,201 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 22,201 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 18,424 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 18,318 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,856 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 6,665 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 5,196 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))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 5,196 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))

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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SN53 DKJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SN53 DKJ, 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 SN53 DKJ registered?

SN53 DKJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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