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HG05 VHN

2005 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,184 mi
Last recorded31,184 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VHN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 31,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 26,714 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir mounting bracket bent

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Forks corroded

Long front brake travel. Very little reserve travel

Rear fairings and hugger have missing fixings

Fail 20 Aug 2024 26,676 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir mounting bracket bent

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Forks corroded

Long front brake travel. Very little reserve travel

Rear fairings and hugger have missing fixings

Pass 4 Aug 2023 21,890 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 21,880 miles

Brake component inadequately mounted reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Front Stop lamp not working control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

fairing loose and damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 15,219 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 14,945 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 13,743 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 13,106 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,232 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 10,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 7,275 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 7,275 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 5,236 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 4,953 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 3,272 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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HG05 VHN is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HG05 VHN, 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 HG05 VHN registered?

HG05 VHN is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is HG05 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 VHN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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