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DX53 DXC

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

32,721 mi
Last recorded32,721 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 32,721 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2025 32,721 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 32,621 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 32,542 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 30,169 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 29,400 miles

Left hand clip on adjustment

Pass 26 Sep 2018 26,616 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 23,757 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 23,757 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 20,962 miles

front tyre tread getting low.

Fail 28 Jul 2016 20,962 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front tyre tread getting low.

Pass 21 Jul 2015 20,322 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 20,314 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 20,314 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 19,571 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 19,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicator switch damaged

rear number plate lamp not working

Pass 16 Aug 2010 19,397 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,350 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 19,350 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 18,007 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 11,283 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,646 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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DX53 DXC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 DX53 DXC, 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 DX53 DXC registered?

DX53 DXC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is DX53 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 DXC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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