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LJ53 WFY

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,215 mi
Last recorded41,215 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 WFY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 41,215 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 40,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 40,419 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm also has cut to cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 38,395 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 37,018 miles

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

brake light operation

exhaust type

Pass 8 Jul 2017 35,752 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 35,752 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2017 35,752 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 34,860 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 33,527 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 33,527 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 32,460 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 31,085 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 27,234 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 22,008 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,581 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 13,713 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 8,911 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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LJ53 WFY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver 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 LJ53 WFY, 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

How do I check the history of LJ53 WFY?

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What year was LJ53 WFY registered?

LJ53 WFY is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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