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J9 SVY

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

43,123 mi
Last recorded43,123 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 SVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 43,123 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 43,122 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2025 38,301 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 38,255 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 38,255 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 37,972 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 37,972 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 37,646 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 36,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 36,173 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pillion seat slightly loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 35,034 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 34,624 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 32,153 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 29,818 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 26,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 23,970 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 21,992 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 17,712 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,939 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 13,599 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 13,599 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2007 11,068 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 11,068 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 7,306 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 7,306 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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J9 SVY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 J9 SVY, 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 J9 SVY registered?

J9 SVY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is J9 SVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 SVY shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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