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LX03 CFG

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

45,328 mi
Last recorded45,328 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 CFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 45,328 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 45,328 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2025 45,320 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 38,594 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 38,594 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 35,026 miles

Rear Brake fluid cannot be seen, cloudy reservoir, will check level after test

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 13 May 2022 35,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stanchions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 13 May 2022 35,015 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stanchions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 7 Jul 2021 34,602 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 34,585 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 34,055 miles

exhaust rusty around lower joint

Pass 14 Jun 2019 32,394 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 30,778 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 28,661 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 27,593 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,810 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 19,364 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,547 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 17,791 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,791 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,966 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 15,966 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 11,086 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 8,940 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 8,858 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 6,364 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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LX03 CFG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LX03 CFG, 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 LX03 CFG registered?

LX03 CFG is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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