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NK53 HSV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,455 mi
Last recorded29,455 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 29,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 29,355 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 28,646 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 28,403 miles

Offside Rear Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened dog bone. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 27,888 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2016 26,845 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 26,845 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil nearside fork seal leaking oil onto caliper and disc (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 26,250 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,714 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,806 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 23,806 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 22,712 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 20,137 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 17,212 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 15,516 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 11,971 miles

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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NK53 HSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NK53 HSV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK53 HSV registered?

NK53 HSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is NK53 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 HSV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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