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MV03 AXK

2003 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,893 mi
Last recorded25,893 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki SV100018,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 AXK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 25,893 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 24,738 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 20,439 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 18,916 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2009 18,679 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 18,679 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,517 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 17,274 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2007 17,274 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 15,701 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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MV03 AXK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MV03 AXK, 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 MV03 AXK registered?

MV03 AXK is a 2003 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is MV03 AXK safe to buy?

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