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MX03 CVJ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

74,105 mi
Last recorded74,105 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 CVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 74,105 miles

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 73,995 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 72,791 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 72,496 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 71,947 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 71,004 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Front and Rear (3.2.B1d)

Exhaust slightly noisy

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 69,638 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 68,451 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 66,609 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 65,757 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 64,201 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 61,273 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Apr 2011 61,273 miles

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2010 56,240 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 56,240 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 52,351 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 44,959 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 44,959 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 38,613 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 30,774 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 30,774 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

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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MX03 CVJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MX03 CVJ, 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 MX03 CVJ registered?

MX03 CVJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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