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GY55 UPS

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,087 mi
Last recorded40,087 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 UPS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 40,087 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 38,254 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 38,254 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp unit loose

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

Pass 8 May 2024 37,543 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 36,339 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 36,035 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 35,814 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2019 35,765 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play bearings may have collapsed (dangerous) (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120/70/17 (cords showing) (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 33,719 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 31,573 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 29,506 miles

Clutch master cylinder leaking slightly

Fail 25 Feb 2015 27,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 27,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 24,858 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 24,858 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 21,972 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 19,686 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2012 19,686 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 17,089 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 14,680 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 10,300 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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GY55 UPS is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GY55 UPS, 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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GY55 UPS is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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