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PJ53 NLV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,592 mi
Last recorded37,592 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 NLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 37,592 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 37,039 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 36,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 36,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 31,992 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 31,992 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,512 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 23,512 miles

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 16,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016
Pass 30 Jan 2013 7,844 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 7,836 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 7,565 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 7,230 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 6,709 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 6,007 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 4,977 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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PJ53 NLV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJ53 NLV, 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 PJ53 NLV registered?

PJ53 NLV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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