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K4 BCY

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,311 mi
Last recorded30,311 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 BCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 30,311 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 29,318 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 27,609 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 27,218 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 26,085 miles

Brake lever catching fairing

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 17,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 17,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2021 16,845 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 15,954 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 15,499 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 15,499 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 15,353 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 15,190 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 14,470 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 13,453 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 12,213 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,060 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 10,060 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 8,775 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 7,622 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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K4 BCY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K4 BCY, 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 K4 BCY registered?

K4 BCY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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