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HX03 FWB

2003 Suzuki SV1000

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

43,834 mi
Last recorded43,834 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 FWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2018 43,834 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 43,103 miles

Exhaust clamp missing underneath

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear swinging arm bush has slight movement (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Aug 2017 43,095 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust clamp missing underneath

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear swinging arm bush has slight movement (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 Aug 2017 43,089 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)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 42,229 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,987 miles

Front head stock bearings slightly notchie

Rear brake only just met the requirements

clutch fluid dirty

front brake lever on maximum adjustment

high pitched squeal coming from engine area

play in rear wheel bearing

rear hugger damaged

slight damage to both rear exhaust can's

Fail 20 Jul 2015 39,979 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

drive chain dry

Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,652 miles

Front brake m/cyl has been repaired.

Front brake pipe insecure.

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

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

Rear brake application stiff in operation .

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

Fail 15 Apr 2014 38,640 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front brake m/cyl has been repaired.

Front brake pipe insecure.

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

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

Rear brake application stiff in operation .

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 35,336 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 33,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 30,333 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 26,116 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 26,116 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 25,385 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 20,335 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 20,335 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 12,722 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 12,105 miles

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

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

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 FWB is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 HX03 FWB, 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 FWB registered?

HX03 FWB is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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