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MW03 GRF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

27,375 mi
Last recorded27,375 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 GRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 27,375 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 26,055 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 24,134 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 23,215 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 22,567 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 22,567 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 21,757 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 20,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 20,593 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 14,785 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 14,785 miles

Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 12,951 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 12,951 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

clutch lever housing slightly loose

left brake grip loose

Pass 25 Jul 2015 11,946 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 10,756 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 10,756 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,013 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 9,781 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 9,058 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,367 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 6,127 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 5,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 3,480 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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MW03 GRF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MW03 GRF, 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 MW03 GRF registered?

MW03 GRF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is MW03 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW03 GRF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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