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VO03 NLN

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,875 mi
Last recorded45,875 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 NLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 45,875 miles

Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 44,510 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 43,243 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,109 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 32,542 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 32,530 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 30,302 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 30,302 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 30,210 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 29,114 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 28,946 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2009 28,735 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 28,344 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 26,170 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2006 26,170 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 NLN is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NLN, 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 VO03 NLN registered?

VO03 NLN is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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