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SV53 EKH

2003 Suzuki SV650

Grey Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,726 mi
Last recorded29,726 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 EKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 29,726 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Stiff links. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2016 26,688 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 26,688 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,546 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,825 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,647 miles

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

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

exhaust clamp corroded and broken

Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,503 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 15,503 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 12,783 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 11,167 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2008 11,167 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 26 Oct 2007 10,169 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 8,789 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 8,789 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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SV53 EKH is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Grey with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EKH, 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 EKH registered?

SV53 EKH is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is SV53 EKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 EKH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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