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CU03 JSV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

22,746 mi
Last recorded22,746 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 JSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 22,746 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

hand grips worn

front brake lever pivit worn

Pass 12 Sep 2017 21,629 miles

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 21,629 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 17,832 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside on rear foot pegs at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 17,831 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside on rear foot pegs at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,676 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 14,778 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front suspensiom hard

gear lever bent

Fail 4 Aug 2012 14,778 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front suspensiom hard

gear lever bent

Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 11,762 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 11,762 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 10,930 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 10,653 miles

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

some movement+noise from rear suspension/bottom shock link

Pass 31 May 2007 9,278 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 7,331 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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CU03 JSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 CU03 JSV, 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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CU03 JSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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