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WU03 EPX

2003 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,287 mi
Last recorded65,287 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 EPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2025 65,287 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 64,773 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 64,767 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working Via rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 63,012 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 63,012 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 58,842 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 56,849 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 56,849 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively swing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 55,979 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 47,581 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 42,089 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 35,826 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 29,213 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 29,213 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 27,986 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2014 27,981 miles

Centre Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 26,963 miles

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 12 Jan 2013 26,963 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 24,570 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 19,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 19,461 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 17,708 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 16,038 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 16,029 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 14,439 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 11,475 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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WU03 EPX is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WU03 EPX, 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 WU03 EPX registered?

WU03 EPX is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is WU03 EPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 EPX shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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