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AU03 EBJ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,735 mi
Last recorded83,735 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 EBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 83,735 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 72,777 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 72,555 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

rear tyre has been pluged

Pass 20 Oct 2012 55,053 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,649 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 25,119 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,174 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 18,783 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 18,783 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 14,773 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,725 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 11,518 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 11,518 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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AU03 EBJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,418 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 SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU03 EBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU03 EBJ registered?

AU03 EBJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is AU03 EBJ safe to buy?

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