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BG05 BWF

2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,351 mi
Last recorded36,351 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K515,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 BWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,351 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 33,483 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 33,483 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 33,406 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 27,505 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 27,505 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 22,559 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 22,526 miles

Front Brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,624 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 16,624 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 14,413 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 12,102 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 12,102 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 11,348 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 10,452 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,643 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 8,295 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 7,384 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 5,995 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 K5?

Based on 2,200 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Horn not working 9
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BG05 BWF is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 15,497 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 Sv 650 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 BWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG05 BWF registered?

BG05 BWF is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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