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SW53 MBV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

22,978 mi
Last recorded22,978 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW53 MBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 22,978 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 22,890 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2023 22,878 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 22,706 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 21,315 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 21,315 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 15,741 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 15,579 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,596 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 14,557 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 14,517 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 14,438 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,958 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 9,728 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 9,438 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 May 2011 8,861 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 8,861 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,522 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 7,212 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 6,523 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 5,804 miles

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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SW53 MBV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SW53 MBV, 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 SW53 MBV registered?

SW53 MBV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is SW53 MBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW53 MBV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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