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HF04 FYV

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

16,753 mi
Last recorded16,753 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 FYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 16,753 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 16,753 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 16,751 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 16,751 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 16,694 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 16,178 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 16,178 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 15,412 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 14,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 13,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 12,179 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 12,169 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,427 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 11,427 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 9,286 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 7,900 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 7,869 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)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 6,031 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 4,691 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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HF04 FYV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 HF04 FYV, 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 22 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 HF04 FYV registered?

HF04 FYV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 22 April 2004.

Is HF04 FYV safe to buy?

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