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MX03 HVA

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

34,650 mi
Last recorded34,650 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 HVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 34,650 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 33,931 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 33,923 miles

Brake disc contaminated with shock absorber fluid (1.1.14 (b))

Brake performance not tested contaminated brakes (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp switching off with incorporated indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 32,750 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 31,157 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 29,274 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 28,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,340 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Feb 2015 26,782 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 26,782 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 24,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,902 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 23,902 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 22,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 21,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 21,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 19,497 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 19,208 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 16,136 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 13,945 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 12,441 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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MX03 HVA 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 HVA, 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 HVA registered?

MX03 HVA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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