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HW53 FOV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,522 mi
Last recorded13,522 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 13,522 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 12,709 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 10,579 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 10,074 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 9,385 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 8,898 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 8,898 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system missing clamp missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,444 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,076 miles

advise clutch fluid low

Pass 4 Sep 2013 7,704 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 7,704 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 7,066 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 6,238 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 5,375 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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HW53 FOV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HW53 FOV, 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 HW53 FOV registered?

HW53 FOV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is HW53 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 FOV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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