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AY03 GLF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,740 mi
Last recorded35,740 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 GLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 35,740 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 31,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 30,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 30,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 28,647 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2021 28,469 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 28,177 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 27,872 miles

chain slightly tight

Pass 10 Jun 2017 27,123 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,359 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 25,507 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 23,868 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2013 22,835 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,554 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 20,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jun 2011 20,260 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 18,940 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 18,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 17,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2007 16,898 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 16,898 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2006 15,589 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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AY03 GLF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AY03 GLF, 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 AY03 GLF registered?

AY03 GLF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 2 June 2003.

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