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HW03 FPT

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,437 mi
Last recorded38,437 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 FPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 38,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 38,437 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 37,477 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 37,477 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 36,170 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 33,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 33,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 33,753 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 May 2020 33,753 miles

Chain and sprockets worn, advise renewal.

Pass 7 Oct 2019 32,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 31,808 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 31,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 31,113 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 28,900 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 28,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

both front brake discs have slight movement in bobbins

Pass 13 May 2013 27,985 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,103 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 4,103 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 23,944 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 20,832 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 20,050 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,773 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 9,359 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 8,278 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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HW03 FPT is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 HW03 FPT, 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 HW03 FPT registered?

HW03 FPT is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 9 August 2003.

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