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S95 GTE

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,424 mi
Last recorded40,424 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS95 GTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 40,424 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 40,408 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 40,263 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 39,861 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 39,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 38,395 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 36,711 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 36,711 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2017 35,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 33,618 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2016 33,618 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,957 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,584 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 30,584 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 30,099 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 29,341 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 28,291 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 26,688 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 26,688 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Mar 2009 25,081 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 25,081 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 23,961 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 21,652 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 17,862 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

r/h steering stop damaged but working at this time.

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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S95 GTE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S95 GTE, 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 S95 GTE registered?

S95 GTE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is S95 GTE safe to buy?

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