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MX03 HVF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,074 mi
Last recorded58,074 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 HVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 58,074 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2018 58,057 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 56,071 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 49,464 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 49,464 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2015 42,261 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 42,223 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2014 36,899 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 36,899 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 28,464 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 28,463 miles

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 20,659 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Fail 1 Sep 2012 20,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 11,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,668 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 6,387 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 22,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 4,999 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 HVF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HVF, 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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MX03 HVF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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