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KV53 FZR

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,888 mi
Last recorded19,888 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 FZR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 19,888 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 19,562 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 18,892 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 18,478 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 18,163 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 17,758 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 16,120 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 16,120 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicators not working Offside front (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2016 13,624 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 12,924 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 10,665 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 6,845 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 6,845 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 4,083 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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KV53 FZR is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KV53 FZR, 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 KV53 FZR registered?

KV53 FZR is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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The MOT history for KV53 FZR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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