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AU53 DVY

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,467 mi
Last recorded37,467 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 37,467 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 33,284 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 33,284 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 31,693 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 28,997 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 26,729 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 26,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Oct 2013 24,462 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 21,752 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 21,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2011 19,161 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 19,161 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2010 13,434 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 11,508 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,508 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 9,431 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,431 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 2,432 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 DVY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DVY, 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 AU53 DVY registered?

AU53 DVY is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is AU53 DVY safe to buy?

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