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DK53 YPM

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,919 mi
Last recorded30,919 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 YPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 30,919 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 27,203 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 27,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 26,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 26,591 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 25,821 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 23,724 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 23,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 20,668 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Oct 2016 20,663 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 19,704 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REAR TYRE CLOSE TO,LIMIT (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2014 17,535 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 17,535 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 14,511 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 11,982 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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DK53 YPM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DK53 YPM, 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 DK53 YPM registered?

DK53 YPM is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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