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FJ54 BFM

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

21,785 mi
Last recorded21,785 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 BFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 21,785 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 21,778 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 25 May 2024 21,641 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 21,627 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 21,112 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 19,250 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 18,763 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 16,826 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 16,243 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 26 May 2017 15,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 13,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2015 11,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 9,323 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 8,845 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 8,751 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 May 2010 8,723 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Fail 25 May 2010 8,723 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 7,147 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

drive chain dry

Pass 22 Apr 2008 7,199 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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FJ54 BFM is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,073 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 FJ54 BFM, 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 21 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 FJ54 BFM registered?

FJ54 BFM is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 January 2005.

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