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AU53 DVW

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,539 mi
Last recorded9,539 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 9,539 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 9,480 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 9,478 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 9,454 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 9,390 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 9,294 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 9,143 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 9,122 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 9,024 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,013 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 8,754 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,618 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 8,149 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 7,960 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 7,158 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 6,969 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,957 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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AU53 DVW is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU53 DVW, 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 AU53 DVW registered?

AU53 DVW is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AU53 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 DVW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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