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KE53 HYG

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,366 mi
Last recorded23,366 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 HYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 23,366 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 23,366 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 23,230 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 23,126 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush front bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 23,123 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases header (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush front bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 21,812 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slightly stretched chain, tight and lose on rotation (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working properly muffled sound (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed rubber missing from guide (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2020 21,812 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slightly stretched chain, tight and lose on rotation (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working properly muffled sound (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed rubber missing from guide (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 19,537 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 19,351 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 19,344 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 18,381 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 17,485 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear indicators slightly obscured by number plate

Fail 4 Aug 2012 16,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear indicators slightly obscured by number plate

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 6,672 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 4,773 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 4,773 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 4,574 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 4,101 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 3,546 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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KE53 HYG 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 70%.

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 KE53 HYG, 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 KE53 HYG registered?

KE53 HYG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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