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LJ03 VUM

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

19,694 mi
Last recorded19,694 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 19,694 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 19,561 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 19,230 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 19,129 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 19,125 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 19,031 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 19,031 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 18,969 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 18,969 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 18,966 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 18,966 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,803 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 18,803 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 18,335 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 18,335 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 17,052 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 13,454 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 11,404 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 9,069 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,034 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 5,896 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 3,751 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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LJ03 VUM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LJ03 VUM, 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 LJ03 VUM registered?

LJ03 VUM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is LJ03 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 VUM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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