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BU03 OPC

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,383 mi
Last recorded32,383 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 OPC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 32,383 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 32,383 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2013 28,056 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 25,523 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2011 24,013 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2011 24,013 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 19,470 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 18,374 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 15,295 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 12,463 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,556 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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BU03 OPC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BU03 OPC, 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 BU03 OPC registered?

BU03 OPC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is BU03 OPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 OPC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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