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OY53 OTA

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

35,579 mi
Last recorded35,579 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 OTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 35,579 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 35,061 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 35,060 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 33,361 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 33,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 25,053 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 25,053 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 17,717 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 17,717 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Outer Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 15,834 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,120 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 14,120 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 10,021 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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OY53 OTA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 OY53 OTA, 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 OY53 OTA registered?

OY53 OTA is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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