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AU53 DSV

2003 Suzuki SV650

Silver Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,291 mi
Last recorded39,291 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 39,291 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 39,105 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 38,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2022 38,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 37,120 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 36,294 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 33,826 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 33,826 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 33,587 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 33,025 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2015 32,711 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,711 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2014 31,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 31,178 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 31,178 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 20,672 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 19,959 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 18,642 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,789 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 11,568 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 9,547 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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AU53 DSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Silver with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AU53 DSV, 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 AU53 DSV registered?

AU53 DSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 DSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 DSV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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