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MK04 ZHB

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,033 mi
Last recorded36,033 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 ZHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 36,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 32,841 miles

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

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2023 32,841 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 30,871 miles

Central Rear Road spring corroded Rear shock absorber spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 29,728 miles

exhaust noisy

Fail 15 May 2021 29,715 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front clutch fluid min

Offside Front flexi pipe insecure

exhaust noisy

Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,094 miles

number plate light out/ realigne rear wheel,,

Pass 16 May 2019 27,298 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 27,298 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 May 2018 24,773 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 18,718 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 18,327 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 16,505 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 13,727 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 8,808 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 8,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

neraside,lower,mid exhast clamp broken

Fail 13 Jul 2012 8,619 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

neraside,lower,mid exhast clamp broken

Pass 1 Oct 2010 6,436 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,038 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,571 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 5,127 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 4,360 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 4,360 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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MK04 ZHB is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 MK04 ZHB, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MK04 ZHB is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 5 April 2004.

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