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YJ53 YLL

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

23,594 mi
Last recorded23,594 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 YLL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 23,594 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 23,339 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 22,100 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2022 22,100 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 20,959 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 20,948 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 20,777 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 20,590 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 20,467 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 20,259 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 20,005 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 19,983 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 18,926 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 18,180 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 May 2013 16,469 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 May 2012 14,517 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 13,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicaters fast

Fail 6 May 2011 13,867 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicaters fast

Pass 27 Mar 2010 12,500 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 11,408 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,408 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 9,680 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 7,788 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 YLL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YLL, 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 YLL registered?

YJ53 YLL is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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