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B18 RSV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,771 mi
Last recorded52,771 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 RSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 52,771 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 42,771 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 33,125 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 29,522 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,150 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 29,150 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 28,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 28,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 27,910 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 26,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,283 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 16,664 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 11,659 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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B18 RSV 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 92.3%.

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 B18 RSV, 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 B18 RSV registered?

B18 RSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is B18 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 RSV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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