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MX03 HKE

2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,856 mi
Last recorded46,856 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK313,530 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 HKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 1000 SK3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 46,856 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 44,281 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 41,996 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 39,548 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 37,712 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 37,712 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 34,505 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 31,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 31,504 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 27,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 23,115 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 23,089 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 23,089 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 23,069 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 23,016 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,943 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 22,848 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 22,848 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 22,614 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 20,362 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3?

Based on 1,148 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Horn not working 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Headlamp aim too low 6
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MX03 HKE is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 13,530 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 Sv 1000 SK3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX03 HKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX03 HKE registered?

MX03 HKE is a 2003 Suzuki Sv 1000 SK3, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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