CarVerify

Free Car Check

SF53 KLZ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

18,218 mi
Last recorded18,218 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 KLZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 18,218 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 18,216 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 17,600 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 16,781 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 16,572 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 15,114 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 13,955 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 12,408 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

drive chain has some stiff links

Fail 17 Aug 2017 12,408 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

drive chain has some stiff links

Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

handle bar grips missing time of test

Fail 20 Aug 2014 11,407 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Oil leak

handle bar grips missing time of test

Pass 26 Oct 2012 10,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 9,235 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2011 9,235 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 6,596 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jun 2010 6,596 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 2,951 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
Full Suzuki SV1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SF53 KLZ 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 72.2%.

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 SF53 KLZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF53 KLZ?

You can check the full history of SF53 KLZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SF53 KLZ registered?

SF53 KLZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is SF53 KLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 KLZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF53 KLZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SF53 KLZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.