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FY05 BYZ

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,279 mi
Last recorded39,279 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 BYZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,279 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 39,191 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 39,119 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 38,685 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 38,158 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 37,257 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 32,569 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 28,853 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 28,853 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 23,842 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 18,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 14,137 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 14,137 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 9,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 9,576 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 9,540 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 9,188 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 9,183 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 9,124 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,916 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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FY05 BYZ is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY05 BYZ, 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 FY05 BYZ registered?

FY05 BYZ is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is FY05 BYZ safe to buy?

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