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YJ53 NVE

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

44,090 mi
Last recorded44,090 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 NVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 44,090 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 43,150 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2024 42,536 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 42,076 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 41,903 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2021 41,903 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 41,661 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 41,516 miles

Offside Front Suspension damaged and seriously weakened spindle clamp on fork leg cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 34,143 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 34,143 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 19,468 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 17,070 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 16,538 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 12,987 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 12,419 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 10,858 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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YJ53 NVE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YJ53 NVE, 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 YJ53 NVE registered?

YJ53 NVE is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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