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AY03 LJA

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,185 mi
Last recorded23,185 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 LJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 23,185 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 22,917 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 22,579 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 22,058 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 21,917 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 21,084 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 20,942 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 20,420 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 19,812 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,071 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,783 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,435 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 17,435 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,197 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 16,155 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 15,074 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 13,480 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 12,274 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 9,139 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 LJA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LJA, 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 LJA registered?

AY03 LJA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is AY03 LJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 LJA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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