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YN53 YFJ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,345 mi
Last recorded20,345 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 YFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 20,345 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 20,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 18,928 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 May 2022 18,085 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 27 May 2022 18,085 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 17,361 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Levers slightly fouling screen (2.1.4 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 17,244 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering clutch & brake lever slightly fouling fairing (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 16,747 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 16,301 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 15,835 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 15,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,686 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 15,226 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 15,226 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 14,100 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 11,627 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 10,425 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 6,007 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 5,641 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 5,641 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 3,989 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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YN53 YFJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 YFJ, 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 YN53 YFJ registered?

YN53 YFJ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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