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SV53 FKL

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

37,616 mi
Last recorded37,616 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 FKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 37,616 miles

Exhaust noisy acceptable at half engine speed (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 37,477 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 36,973 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 36,747 miles

Rear Rear brake thight

Pass 18 Mar 2022 35,822 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 34,804 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 34,801 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 31,052 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 28,140 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2017 28,140 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,801 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,187 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 21,167 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 19,594 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 19,594 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2013 18,113 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 18,113 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 16,984 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,850 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 15,850 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 15,613 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 12,161 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 12,161 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 10,041 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 10,041 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 9,148 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 7,380 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 FKL is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 SV53 FKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV53 FKL registered?

SV53 FKL is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is SV53 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 FKL shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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