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SV03 KBK

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,524 mi
Last recorded42,524 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 KBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 42,524 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 40,657 miles

Brake pedal travel close to test limit

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 38,869 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 36,338 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 35,207 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 34,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 32,602 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 27,545 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 25,487 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 22,969 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 4,479 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,479 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 18,059 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 17,744 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 16,645 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 16,645 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 15,710 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 14,024 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,492 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 11,492 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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SV03 KBK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SV03 KBK, 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 SV03 KBK registered?

SV03 KBK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is SV03 KBK safe to buy?

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