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OU03 LML

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

31,752 mi
Last recorded31,752 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 LML
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 31,752 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 30,782 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 29,716 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 29,716 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 28,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 28,194 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 27,684 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 26,762 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,165 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 23,195 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 23,195 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 21,376 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 19,981 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,511 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 18,511 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 16,845 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,256 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 13,846 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 13,611 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 11,542 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 9,115 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 9,108 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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OU03 LML is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OU03 LML, 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 OU03 LML registered?

OU03 LML is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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