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HX03 DGY

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,581 mi
Last recorded29,581 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 DGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 29,581 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2023 28,667 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2022 28,453 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2022 28,452 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 28,244 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 27,025 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 25,764 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 24,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 24,014 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 23,729 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 22,629 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 22,629 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2013 22,197 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 21,314 miles

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

aftermarket silencers fitted

front suspension damping

front tyre wear

Pass 1 Apr 2011 16,217 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,932 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 12,932 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 9,048 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 7,380 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,624 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 2,885 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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HX03 DGY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 HX03 DGY, 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 HX03 DGY registered?

HX03 DGY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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