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YK03 CGV

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

48,330 mi
Last recorded48,330 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 CGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 48,330 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 48,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 48,009 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 47,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 47,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 47,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2017 47,462 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 46,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 42,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 35,372 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 35,372 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 29,778 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 10,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 18,777 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 18,019 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 16,140 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 13,677 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 13,677 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 12,000 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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YK03 CGV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YK03 CGV, 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 YK03 CGV registered?

YK03 CGV is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is YK03 CGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK03 CGV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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