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KV53 FZZ

2003 Suzuki Sv 650 SK3

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9,157 mi
Last recorded9,157 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Sv 650 SK312,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 FZZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 SK3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 9,157 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fork stanchions pitted

Front tyre 10 years old

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil cooler pipe corroded

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear tyre 11 years old

Fail 11 Jun 2025 9,157 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fork stanchions pitted

Front tyre 10 years old

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil cooler pipe corroded

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear tyre 11 years old

Pass 8 Jul 2023 8,888 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 8,485 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 8,271 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 8,196 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 8,063 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 8,063 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 7,604 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 7,604 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 6,753 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 5,843 miles

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

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Mar 2014 5,632 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 5,497 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 5,190 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 4,119 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,417 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 2,277 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 1,549 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 608 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 SK3?

Based on 1,214 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
819
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Drive chain excessively loose 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
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KV53 FZZ is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 650 SK3 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Sv 650 SK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 12,077 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Sv 650 SK3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 FZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 SK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 SK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 FZZ registered?

KV53 FZZ is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 650 SK3, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is KV53 FZZ safe to buy?

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