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LK53 KCF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,764 mi
Last recorded31,764 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2014 31,764 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake lever and clutch lever ends broken off.

Pass 9 Apr 2013 31,733 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake and clutch levers ends broken off

Fail 2 Apr 2013 31,716 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake and clutch levers ends broken off

Pass 3 Apr 2012 31,029 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 28,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

fork seals slightly deteriated

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 18 Jan 2010 27,106 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 24,966 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 22,500 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 9 Nov 2006 18,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,105 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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LK53 KCF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KCF, 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 KCF registered?

LK53 KCF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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