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BJ03 EHM

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,705 mi
Last recorded30,705 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 EHM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 30,705 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 30,894 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 30,151 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 28,307 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 28,231 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,191 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 28,169 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 26,437 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 24,905 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 24,905 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,517 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,190 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 23,748 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 22,429 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 22,429 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 May 2008 19,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 15,966 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 15,966 miles

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

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 13,292 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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BJ03 EHM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ03 EHM, 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 BJ03 EHM registered?

BJ03 EHM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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