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BX05 JWK

2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5

Cream Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,759 mi
Last recorded16,759 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K511,157 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 JWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelVl 800 K5
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 16,759 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 16,756 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Facing upwards (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bracing bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Gear linkage worn

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on nearside (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2016 15,819 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 15,523 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

clutch lever slightly bent

indicators flashing slightly fast

Fail 16 Mar 2015 15,523 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

clutch lever slightly bent

indicators flashing slightly fast

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vl 800 K5?

Based on 1,398 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
544
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4
Registration plate incorrect 3
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BX05 JWK is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 in Cream with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 11,157 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 Vl 800 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 JWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vl 800 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Vl 800 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX05 JWK registered?

BX05 JWK is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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