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AY03 CAU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,742 mi
Last recorded17,742 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 CAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 17,742 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 17,096 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 16,873 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 16,351 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 16,195 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 16,105 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 15,506 miles

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 15,016 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 15,016 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 13,756 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 13,114 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 11,958 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,947 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 10,554 miles

front brake master cylinder reservoir bracket bent not showing true brake fluid level advise owner straitten. (not done as may snap)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 10,378 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 9,782 miles

Small number plate fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2009 9,354 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 8,496 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 6,436 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 5,013 miles

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

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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AY03 CAU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AY03 CAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY03 CAU registered?

AY03 CAU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AY03 CAU safe to buy?

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