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YJ53 PVZ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,998 mi
Last recorded45,998 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 PVZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 45,998 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 34,897 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 33,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2014 33,923 miles

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 1,700 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 May 2011

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010
Pass 10 Mar 2009 5,276 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,937 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 2,342 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 2,342 miles

Centre 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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YJ53 PVZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PVZ, 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.

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What year was YJ53 PVZ registered?

YJ53 PVZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 6 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ53 PVZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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