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YJ53 YLU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,169 mi
Last recorded45,169 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 YLU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 45,169 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 44,432 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 37,560 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 40,088 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 39,805 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 38,852 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 35,222 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 33,565 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 31,819 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 27,794 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 27,725 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2010 27,432 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,432 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2009 26,942 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2009 26,942 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 25,787 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 24,917 miles

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

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 YLU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YLU, 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 YLU registered?

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

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The MOT history for YJ53 YLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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