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GX53 KXT

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,511 mi
Last recorded48,511 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 KXT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 48,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

fuel tank has large dent

Pass 13 Mar 2020 45,838 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 44,568 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 42,110 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 37,743 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 28,986 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 24,890 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 23,321 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 21,035 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 21,035 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,392 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 18,392 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 16,317 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 13,596 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 7,596 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 7,596 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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GX53 KXT is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GX53 KXT, 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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What year was GX53 KXT registered?

GX53 KXT is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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