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YK03 JSS

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,058 mi
Last recorded44,058 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 JSS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 44,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 43,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 43,314 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 42,508 miles

exhaust clamp missing system still secure

Pass 26 Apr 2021 41,494 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 41,494 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 39,075 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 35,171 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 32,450 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 29,105 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 27,614 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 25,785 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 25,076 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 23,173 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 20,768 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 18,855 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 17,636 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 14,787 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 10,939 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 10,939 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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 JSS is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YK03 JSS, 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 JSS registered?

YK03 JSS is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is YK03 JSS safe to buy?

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