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WU53 BUE

2004 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,171 mi
Last recorded20,171 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV65016,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 BUE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 20,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 19,665 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 19,156 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 16,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 16,579 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 16,579 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 16,566 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 16,430 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 16,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit o/s & n/s (3.2.A1f(i))

slight pitting o/s & n/s front fork staunchions

Pass 10 Sep 2016 15,925 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,669 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 15,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2014 14,685 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 29 Jun 2013 14,036 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 13,646 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 13,646 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 13,357 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,508 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,272 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 9,238 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 9,211 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 7,658 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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WU53 BUE is a 2004 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,492 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 BUE, 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 22 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 WU53 BUE registered?

WU53 BUE is a 2004 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 27 January 2004.

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The MOT history for WU53 BUE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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