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BL03 LZB

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,600 mi
Last recorded23,600 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 LZB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 23,600 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 23,373 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 22,775 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 21,974 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 21,968 miles

Central Rear Upper Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Lower Footrest slightly loose both pegs loose (6.2.12 (a))

Central Rear Lower Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 22 May 2019 21,397 miles

steering slightly notcy

Fail 22 May 2019 21,397 miles

steering slightly notcy

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 21,228 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 20,516 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 19,442 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 19,442 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 15,303 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 6,958 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,958 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 6,824 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 6,504 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 5,998 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,402 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 3,681 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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BL03 LZB 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 BL03 LZB, 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 BL03 LZB registered?

BL03 LZB is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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