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LK03 YNG

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

9,967 mi
Last recorded9,967 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 YNG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 9,967 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 9,963 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023
Pass 22 Jan 2022 55,793 miles

Lower rear shock linkage has some movement. advise to change asap

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 47,096 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 47,096 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 40,927 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 33,033 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 25,827 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 25,489 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 24,595 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,012 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 21,604 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 21,600 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 19,698 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,707 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 15,583 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 11,777 miles

both rear indicators slightly loose

Fail 24 Jul 2009 11,775 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

both rear indicators slightly loose

Pass 11 Jun 2008 8,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 6,963 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 4,841 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,841 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 YNG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LK03 YNG, 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 YNG registered?

LK03 YNG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is LK03 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 YNG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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