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GX53 HGZ

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,583 mi
Last recorded23,583 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 HGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 23,583 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 22,404 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 20,803 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 19,543 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 19,050 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 19,050 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 18,397 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 17,139 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 17,019 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 16,389 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 14,511 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 12,724 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 12,713 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 6,457 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 9,915 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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GX53 HGZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver 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 GX53 HGZ, 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 GX53 HGZ registered?

GX53 HGZ is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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