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P970 NBP

1997 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,948 mi
Last recorded5,948 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki SV100026,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 NBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 5,948 miles

day time test lights taped up

Pass 14 May 2012 716 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 34,604 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2010 34,001 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 32,439 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 May 2009 32,439 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 26,744 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 26,716 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 25,221 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 23,572 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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P970 NBP is a 1997 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 26,217 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 P970 NBP, 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 29 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 P970 NBP registered?

P970 NBP is a 1997 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P970 NBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 NBP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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