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LK03 MTZ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,110 mi
Last recorded47,110 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 MTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 47,110 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 46,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 46,301 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 44,915 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 44,653 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 44,647 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dip output very low (4.1.4 (a))

Front Headlamp "Kick up" on the wrong side - to the right

Fail 20 May 2019 44,641 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Spindle not fully seated in mount but is secure

Pass 9 May 2018 42,873 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 40,723 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 35,299 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,631 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 29,957 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 29,095 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 28,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 28,000 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,337 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 26,063 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 23,069 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 19,516 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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LK03 MTZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LK03 MTZ, 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 LK03 MTZ registered?

LK03 MTZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for LK03 MTZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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