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WX03 DUU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

24,354 mi
Last recorded24,354 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 DUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 24,354 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 24,295 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 24,295 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,195 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2019 23,195 miles

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2018 23,186 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Valve stem (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Rear shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Notchy with the wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central exhaust corroded

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 22,467 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 22,064 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 21,601 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 20,254 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 1 Aug 2014 20,254 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 18,485 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,061 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 15,564 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 15,564 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 14,081 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 12,433 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,808 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2007 9,090 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 9,090 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 5,388 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 5,388 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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WX03 DUU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 WX03 DUU, 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 WX03 DUU registered?

WX03 DUU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 19 March 2003.

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