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DX03 VRL

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,945 mi
Last recorded29,945 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 VRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 29,945 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 27,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 26,069 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 25,108 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 23,999 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 22,448 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 22,448 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 22,244 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 21,761 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 21,394 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 20,179 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 19,508 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 13,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 13,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 9,052 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,651 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 7,739 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 6,991 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,163 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 5,181 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 3,364 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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DX03 VRL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX03 VRL, 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 DX03 VRL registered?

DX03 VRL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is DX03 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 VRL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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