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LF03 BCY

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,155 mi
Last recorded47,155 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 BCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 47,155 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 47,061 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 46,264 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 45,825 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 45,768 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 45,563 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 45,099 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 44,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 44,548 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 44,548 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,221 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 43,851 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 43,450 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 43,284 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,602 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,923 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 40,923 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 39,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2007 39,492 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 29,093 miles

exhaust is blowing slightly

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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LF03 BCY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LF03 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 LF03 BCY registered?

LF03 BCY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is LF03 BCY safe to buy?

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