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YJ53 NVM

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,531 mi
Last recorded17,531 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 NVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 17,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

reg plate lit by rear lamp but slightly dim

Fail 12 Jun 2026 17,531 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

reg plate lit by rear lamp but slightly dim

Pass 11 Apr 2025 17,502 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 17,388 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 17,379 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 16,836 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 16,397 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,741 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 14,598 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 14,069 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,246 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 13,246 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 7,454 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7,066 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 5,024 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,024 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,166 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 3,635 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 NVM 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 83.3%.

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 NVM, 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 NVM registered?

YJ53 NVM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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