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GL05 VZJ

2005 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,998 mi
Last recorded43,998 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 VZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 43,998 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 41,096 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,950 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 33,808 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 26,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 26,874 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 20,498 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 20,484 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,030 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 18,016 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 17,984 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

drive chain rusty

Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,614 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 16,564 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 14,076 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 8,177 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 8,177 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV650?

Based on 176,678 MOT tests across 15,165 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
15,165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,801
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,626
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,449
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,234
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,092
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GL05 VZJ is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki SV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 15,826 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 SV650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL05 VZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki SV650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL05 VZJ registered?

GL05 VZJ is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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