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WU53 BNA

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

63,825 mi
Last recorded63,825 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 BNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 63,825 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 63,815 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 59,020 miles

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

nearside fork dust seal missing

Fail 28 Apr 2015 59,020 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

nearside fork dust seal missing

Pass 29 Apr 2014 53,920 miles

Front suspension dust seals perished

Pass 1 May 2013 49,461 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre valve slightly perished

r/h riders footpeg slightly insecure

registration plate slightly delaminated

Fail 25 Apr 2012 42,342 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

exhaust clamp missing

Pass 25 Apr 2012 42,342 miles

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

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

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

exhaust clamp missing

Pass 6 May 2011 38,738 miles

rear brake disc worn

Fail 6 May 2011 38,738 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

rear brake disc worn

Pass 13 May 2010 33,871 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,998 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 27,998 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 22,625 miles

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

front roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Fail 8 Apr 2008 22,625 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

front roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 22 Feb 2007 18,645 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2007 18,645 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive 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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WU53 BNA is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 WU53 BNA, 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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WU53 BNA is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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