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HF03 OSV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,520 mi
Last recorded51,520 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 OSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 51,520 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))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside left switch loose

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

screw missing on throttle housing but secure and not considered dangerous

throttle cable outer part damaged but is operating correctly

Pass 15 May 2024 49,791 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 49,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 49,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 47,997 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 45,290 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 41,667 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,450 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 37,961 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner pads getting close (3.2A1f(ii))

Central Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 34,876 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 34,665 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 32,293 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,293 miles

Slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 20 Mar 2013 28,927 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 24,655 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 17,723 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 13,306 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 9,416 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 8,523 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,604 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 OSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HF03 OSV, 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 OSV registered?

HF03 OSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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