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HF03 PCV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,334 mi
Last recorded32,334 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 PCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 32,334 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 31,374 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 31,372 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 30,341 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 30,341 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 30,331 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 27,762 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,582 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 27,265 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 26,986 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2014 26,558 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 26,306 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2012 24,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 24,078 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,626 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 20,626 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 15,962 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,677 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 9,213 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 PCV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PCV, 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 HF03 PCV registered?

HF03 PCV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is HF03 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 PCV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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