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SP53 FOJ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,448 mi
Last recorded45,448 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 FOJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2025 45,448 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 45,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 44,878 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 44,848 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 44,804 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 44,708 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 44,629 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 44,382 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 43,399 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,329 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 40,510 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 37,102 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 30,835 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 26,448 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Very slight bulge in rear tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2010 18,159 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 12,672 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 9,489 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 6,996 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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SP53 FOJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP53 FOJ, 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

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What year was SP53 FOJ registered?

SP53 FOJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is SP53 FOJ safe to buy?

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