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MX53 LYK

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

31,177 mi
Last recorded31,177 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 LYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2013 31,177 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 29,566 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 29,565 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

scott chain oiler leaking too much oil

Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,489 miles

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

Lights masked when presented for test. Only used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 28,438 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 28,438 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 17,568 miles

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

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

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

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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MX53 LYK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MX53 LYK, 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 MX53 LYK registered?

MX53 LYK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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