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YJ53 KUP

2003 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

5,382 mi
Last recorded5,382 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 KUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 5,382 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 5,382 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 6,235 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 6,235 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 2,804 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 2,402 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 1,697 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 1,217 miles

Front Anodised alloy banjo unions are fitted and not recommended for road use.

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 1,183 miles

Anodised brake unions fitted to front brakes.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 1,152 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 1,152 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 290 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,861 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 23,857 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 23,857 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 19,879 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 18,554 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 15,163 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 12,532 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 12,532 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 8,021 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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YJ53 KUP is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YJ53 KUP, 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 YJ53 KUP registered?

YJ53 KUP is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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