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SA03 APL

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,559 mi
Last recorded39,559 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 APL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 39,559 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 39,523 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2015 38,850 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 May 2014 38,193 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 38,193 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 37,647 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 36,955 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 36,314 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 36,125 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 32,527 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 28,440 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 22,445 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2007 1,793 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 6,857 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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SA03 APL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SA03 APL, 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 SA03 APL registered?

SA03 APL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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