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KP54 BAV

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

45,731 mi
Last recorded45,731 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 BAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 45,731 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 45,397 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 45,374 miles

Central Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn frame to rear shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly sticks on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling chain alignment (2.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 44,844 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2024 44,840 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2023 44,329 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2023 44,329 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure dog bones. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 41,156 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2017 41,156 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front tyre over inflated

Rear tyre under inflated

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2016 37,764 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2016 37,764 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 34,198 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2014 30,526 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013

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

Pass 28 May 2012 20,674 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 20,674 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 May 2011 15,726 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 15,594 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

HEADRACE BEARINGS KNOTCHY IN CENTER

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 102,117 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 102,117 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,455 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 5,979 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 5,979 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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KP54 BAV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 KP54 BAV, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KP54 BAV is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 26 November 2004.

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