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YJ53 YMW

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,649 mi
Last recorded21,649 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 YMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 21,649 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Day time use only and not to be used at times of reduced visibility

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 21,238 miles

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

advised slight binding front brake

Pass 12 Nov 2021 20,755 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 20,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 20,754 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 20,664 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 20,569 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 19,758 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 18,342 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,020 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,374 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 13,987 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,682 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 12,682 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,602 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2011 10,530 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 8,684 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 6,956 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 YMW is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 17,088 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 YMW, 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 YMW registered?

YJ53 YMW is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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