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VU03 VBE

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,769 mi
Last recorded22,769 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 VBE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 22,769 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 22,721 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 22,609 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 22,609 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,104 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 20,920 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 20,920 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 19,475 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

clutch resivoir retaining clip missing

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,470 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Upper Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 16,873 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2013 16,873 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 15,393 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 12,748 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 12,748 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 10,838 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 7,380 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 7,063 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,590 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 VBE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VBE, 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 VBE registered?

VU03 VBE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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