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SV53 FKE

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,227 mi
Last recorded29,227 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 FKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 29,227 miles

exhaust noisy

Fail 29 Mar 2022 29,224 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

exhaust noisy

Pass 26 Mar 2021 27,593 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 27,416 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 26,858 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,485 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 26,485 miles

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,016 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 25,536 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 23,297 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 May 2011 17,747 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 17,747 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 8 May 2010 16,639 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 16,570 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 11,405 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,053 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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SV53 FKE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SV53 FKE, 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 SV53 FKE registered?

SV53 FKE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is SV53 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV53 FKE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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