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DK03 FCU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,648 mi
Last recorded55,648 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2009
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 FCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2009 55,648 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 55,639 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 55,639 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 55,087 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 53,814 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 53,814 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 37,717 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 5 Jul 2006 37,717 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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DK03 FCU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DK03 FCU, 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 DK03 FCU registered?

DK03 FCU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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