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YK53 DVC

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,596 mi
Last recorded13,596 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 DVC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 13,596 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 12,324 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 8,387 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 5,610 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 5,431 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 3,317 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,301 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 3,268 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 3,171 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 1,096 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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YK53 DVC is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 YK53 DVC, 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 YK53 DVC registered?

YK53 DVC is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is YK53 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK53 DVC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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