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SP03 FBF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,334 mi
Last recorded29,334 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 FBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,334 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 29,319 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 29,321 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 29,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 26,896 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,863 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 9,543 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 8,576 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,964 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 7,964 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,107 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 5,534 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 5,513 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 5,455 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 5,455 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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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SP03 FBF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP03 FBF, 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 SP03 FBF registered?

SP03 FBF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is SP03 FBF safe to buy?

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