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F17 GCM

2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,480 mi
Last recorded33,480 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K516,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF17 GCM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 1000 Sz K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 33,480 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 30,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 28,860 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 26,879 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 25,496 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 23,892 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 22,944 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 21,846 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 18,938 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 18,930 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 15,735 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 Mar 2016 15,735 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive bearing (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 13,707 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 9,311 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,461 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 8,461 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
918
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
Horn not working 9
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F17 GCM is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 16,019 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 1000 Sz K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F17 GCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F17 GCM registered?

F17 GCM is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is F17 GCM safe to buy?

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