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HF53 FLA

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,457 mi
Last recorded13,457 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 FLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 13,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 13,424 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 13,424 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2023 13,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2012 13,265 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 13,122 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 13,122 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 12,909 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 12,597 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 11,846 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 8,579 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 6,167 miles

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

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

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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HF53 FLA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HF53 FLA, 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 HF53 FLA registered?

HF53 FLA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is HF53 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 FLA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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