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RX03 FMZ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

37,103 mi
Last recorded37,103 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 FMZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 37,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 May 2026 37,103 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2025 37,075 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 36,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 36,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 36,715 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S front fork very slight leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 36,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly bent

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 36,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly bent

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 36,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 36,317 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 36,160 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 33,801 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 27,112 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 23,947 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 21,938 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 21,938 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,593 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 19,390 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,580 miles

Front rotor bobbins have free play

Pass 13 Jul 2010 17,135 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 16,300 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,300 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 14,966 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 13,096 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 13,095 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2006 12,005 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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RX03 FMZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 RX03 FMZ, 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 RX03 FMZ registered?

RX03 FMZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is RX03 FMZ safe to buy?

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