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VU03 VBP

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,227 mi
Last recorded26,227 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 VBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 26,227 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left hand front fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 26,166 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 24,725 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 22,756 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018 22,751 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 21,684 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 18,495 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 15,864 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 13,669 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 11,868 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2012 11,855 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 11,855 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 10,319 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 10,319 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 9,739 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 9,722 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 7,329 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 VBP is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VBP, 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 VBP registered?

VU03 VBP is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is VU03 VBP safe to buy?

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