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S8 JCE

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,625 mi
Last recorded32,625 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 JCE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 32,625 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 32,278 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 31,893 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 31,606 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 30,484 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 28,402 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 May 2014 28,402 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 26,623 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 4 May 2013 26,623 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 25,684 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 25,680 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 25,000 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 23,196 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,062 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,062 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 10,453 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 10,453 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 May 2006 7,879 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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S8 JCE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S8 JCE, 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 S8 JCE registered?

S8 JCE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is S8 JCE safe to buy?

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