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DK04 FSV

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,212 mi
Last recorded36,212 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 FSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 36,212 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 34,942 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 34,942 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2022 33,543 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2021 32,576 miles

Front Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 May 2021 32,576 miles

Front Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 30,140 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 May 2019 30,140 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,027 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 21,543 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 21,541 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 28 May 2016 17,123 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,925 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 16,694 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 16,694 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 15,772 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,772 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 15,676 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 15,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 16 May 2011 14,895 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 12,612 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 12,610 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 7,270 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 2,682 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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DK04 FSV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 DK04 FSV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DK04 FSV registered?

DK04 FSV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 2 April 2004.

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