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SJ03 RCC

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,706 mi
Last recorded8,706 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 RCC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 8,706 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 8,644 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 8,139 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 7,631 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 3,294 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 15,212 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 15,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 15,180 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 15,168 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2015 15,096 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 14,796 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 14,770 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 14,755 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 14,352 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 14,017 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,984 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,139 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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SJ03 RCC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ03 RCC, 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 SJ03 RCC registered?

SJ03 RCC is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is SJ03 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 RCC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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