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YJ53 YMK

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

50,645 mi
Last recorded50,645 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 YMK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 50,645 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 50,061 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 47,962 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 47,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 44,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 42,231 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 42,231 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 39,023 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 35,360 miles

Exhaust clamp missing front down pipe

Fail 12 Jul 2018 35,360 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust clamp missing front down pipe

Pass 16 May 2017 30,425 miles

aftermarket exhaust cans fitted

exhaust clamp missing at mid pipe

tail tidy bracket broken under seat, although broken it is still secure and unable to fall off at time of test. presenter shown and made aware

Pass 16 May 2016 29,867 miles

clutch resevoir cap retainer device missing

ex clamp missing but exhaust not leaking or insecure

Pass 25 Apr 2015 29,816 miles

aftermarket cans fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,433 miles

aftermarket exhausts fitted

Pass 7 May 2013 28,012 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted at time of test but is not marked "not for road use"

no chain guard fitted at time of test

Pass 12 May 2012 21,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2011 14,938 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 14,938 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 14,514 miles

Hugger loose on O/S

Fail 4 Mar 2010 14,514 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Hugger loose on O/S

Pass 10 Mar 2009 12,412 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 9,833 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 7,564 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 YMK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YMK, 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 YMK registered?

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

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