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KX53 VXU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,246 mi
Last recorded38,246 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 VXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 38,246 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 35,149 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 34,371 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2021 34,358 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2020 34,208 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 34,208 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 34,014 miles

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

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

Rear swing arm bushes slightly worn

Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,723 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 26,479 miles

Centre Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2014 26,479 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Apr 2013 19,178 miles

Centre Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 19,178 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 14,045 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 9,011 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 6,575 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 2,057 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 2,044 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 2,006 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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KX53 VXU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KX53 VXU, 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 KX53 VXU registered?

KX53 VXU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is KX53 VXU safe to buy?

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