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VU03 RFF

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,648 mi
Last recorded30,648 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 RFF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 30,648 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 30,648 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2022 30,018 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 28,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 28,963 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak l/h front fork leg is leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 25,957 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 22,311 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 22,311 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 19,000 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 18,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 17,654 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 16,629 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 16,490 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 16,328 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 16,143 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 16,143 miles

Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,973 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 15,858 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 15,219 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 14,829 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 12,068 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 8,069 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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VU03 RFF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VU03 RFF, 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 VU03 RFF registered?

VU03 RFF is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is VU03 RFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 RFF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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