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WK03 EXL

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,123 mi
Last recorded41,123 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 EXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 41,123 miles

Chain has corrosion

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear brake soft

Pass 27 Jul 2023 40,991 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 40,543 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 40,532 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 40,532 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 39,772 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 32,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 25,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 19,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,591 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 19,295 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 19,295 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 18,224 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 18,224 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 14,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 14,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,457 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 6,443 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,420 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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WK03 EXL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WK03 EXL, 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 WK03 EXL?

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What year was WK03 EXL registered?

WK03 EXL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is WK03 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK03 EXL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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