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SV53 DAD

2003 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

21,552 mi
Last recorded21,552 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 DAD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 21,552 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 21,552 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 20,078 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 16,664 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 16,664 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 15,648 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 14,840 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 14,045 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 12,070 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 12,053 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 11,061 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 11,061 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 10,203 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2010 10,096 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,098 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 6,714 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2007 6,714 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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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SV53 DAD is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SV53 DAD, 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 SV53 DAD registered?

SV53 DAD is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 28 September 2003.

Is SV53 DAD safe to buy?

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