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HF03 HWU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

21,206 mi
Last recorded21,206 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 HWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 21,206 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside of tyre at 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2025 21,206 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside of tyre at 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 20,959 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front brakes early signs of binding

Fail 8 Aug 2024 20,937 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected When turning right, (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 20,001 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2023 20,001 miles

Nearside Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 19,786 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 19,752 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 19,752 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 19,479 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 19,471 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 15,569 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 14,607 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2016 14,584 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 14,571 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 13,057 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,589 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,640 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,257 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 5,434 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 16,550 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,054 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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HF03 HWU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue 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 HF03 HWU, 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 HF03 HWU registered?

HF03 HWU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is HF03 HWU safe to buy?

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