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FX05 HVY

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

51,051 mi
Last recorded51,051 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 HVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,051 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 49,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Throttle sticks

Fail 8 Nov 2021 49,882 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Clutch lever contacts front fairing on RH lock

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Throttle sticks

Pass 27 Nov 2020 48,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock lower bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 48,321 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 45,660 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 45,647 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,307 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 39,819 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 38,730 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 35,086 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2013 31,926 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 30,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 26,893 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 25,505 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 23,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 18,264 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear brake pedal switch has intermittent operation.

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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FX05 HVY is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FX05 HVY, 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.

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What year was FX05 HVY registered?

FX05 HVY is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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