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VO03 HSV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,829 mi
Last recorded24,829 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 HSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2024 24,829 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 22,986 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 22,986 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 22,750 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 17,000 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 12,982 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 8,747 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 7,113 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 3,207 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 2,894 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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VO03 HSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VO03 HSV, 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

How do I check the history of VO03 HSV?

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What year was VO03 HSV registered?

VO03 HSV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 21 June 2003.

Is VO03 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO03 HSV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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