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YN53 FWU

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,666 mi
Last recorded24,666 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 FWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 24,666 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 21,902 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 21,895 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

One of two bolts missing from front of fuel tank

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 17,695 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 16,573 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 15,708 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 14,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 8 Jun 2019 14,268 miles

Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail mounting nuts (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2018 14,056 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 14,056 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tubeless vale (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2013 13,274 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 12,489 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2012 12,489 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 11,606 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 10,046 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 9,565 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 7,307 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006

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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YN53 FWU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YN53 FWU, 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 YN53 FWU registered?

YN53 FWU is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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