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NK03 ZVS

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,588 mi
Last recorded41,588 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 ZVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 41,588 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2026 41,588 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 40,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 39,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 38,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Notchy with the wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 37,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 36,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 42,885 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 31,473 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 5 May 2017 31,473 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light when rear brake is applied (1.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 29,882 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 27,422 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 25,617 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 23,054 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 20,478 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 20,478 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 16,771 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,644 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 15,369 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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NK03 ZVS is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK03 ZVS, 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 NK03 ZVS registered?

NK03 ZVS is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 7 July 2003.

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