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LX03 CHF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,512 mi
Last recorded46,512 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 CHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 46,512 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 41,615 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 41,120 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 41,120 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,438 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 39,702 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 35,214 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 35,214 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,708 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 24,130 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2011 24,130 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 17,516 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 17,516 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 10,952 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 4,673 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 1,592 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 CHF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CHF, 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 LX03 CHF registered?

LX03 CHF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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