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LK03 YOG

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,651 mi
Last recorded51,651 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 YOG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 51,651 miles

Clip-type link fitted to chain

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 50,826 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 49,590 miles

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

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 48,249 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 47,204 miles

Nearside Front fork dust cover adrift

Pass 11 Jul 2017 43,705 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 41,649 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 41,649 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

bolt missing from fairing-loose

Pass 6 Oct 2014 39,261 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 36,387 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 35,415 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 35,415 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 33,042 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 29,991 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 25,976 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 25,976 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 May 2008 21,862 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 14,760 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,540 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,935 miles

FRONT BRAKE SHOWING SLIGHT WARPAGE

Fail 24 Jun 2006 10,935 miles

FRONT BRAKE SHOWING SLIGHT WARPAGE

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 YOG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YOG, 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 YOG registered?

LK03 YOG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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