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BU03 KVG

2003 Suzuki SV650

Bronze Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,834 mi
Last recorded17,834 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV65017,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 KVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 17,834 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 17,834 miles

Front Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 17,814 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 17,674 miles

Front Left indicator broken on underside.

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Clamp missing. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Footrest slightly loose R/H Pillion peg missing spring loaded retaining Ball. (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 17,674 miles

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Heated grip turning leading to a jammed throttle on Right lock. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Left indicator broken on underside.

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Clamp missing. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Footrest slightly loose R/H Pillion peg missing spring loaded retaining Ball. (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 13,357 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 12,796 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 11,284 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 9,014 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 7,992 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 7,834 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,355 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 7,007 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 4,925 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 1,949 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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BU03 KVG is a 2003 Suzuki SV650 in Bronze with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BU03 KVG, 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 BU03 KVG registered?

BU03 KVG is a 2003 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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The MOT history for BU03 KVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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