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LK53 ECF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,055 mi
Last recorded27,055 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 ECF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 27,055 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 26,768 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 25,447 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 25,447 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 24,491 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Front brake caliper banjo's slightly corroded

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 24,431 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing slight free play (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake caliper banjo's (3.1.5)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 24,286 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 24,221 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 24,172 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 23,588 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 23,588 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 23,087 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 20,566 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,230 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,538 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2008 17,358 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,426 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,475 miles

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

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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LK53 ECF 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 83.3%.

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 LK53 ECF, 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.

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What year was LK53 ECF registered?

LK53 ECF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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