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NK53 HTU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,469 mi
Last recorded17,469 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 17,469 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 17,273 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 17,061 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 16,577 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 16,227 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 15,872 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 15,786 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 15,099 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 14,637 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 14,265 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,596 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 13,596 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 11,441 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 10,380 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2008 9,499 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 4,587 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 4,504 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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NK53 HTU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 HTU, 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 HTU registered?

NK53 HTU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is NK53 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 HTU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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