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KV53 FYG

2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,207 mi
Last recorded11,207 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK313,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 FYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 1000 SK3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 11,207 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2026 11,207 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 11,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 11,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 10,259 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 10,259 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 May 2023 8,176 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2022 6,440 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy no markings found (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 5,238 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 4,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 4,816 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 4,693 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 4,053 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 4,014 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 3,995 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 3,420 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 3,108 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 2,347 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3?

Based on 1,148 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Horn not working 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Headlamp aim too low 6
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KV53 FYG is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 13,530 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 Sv 1000 SK3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 FYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV53 FYG registered?

KV53 FYG is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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