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LJ05 EBV

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,507 mi
Last recorded17,507 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 EBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 17,507 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 24,591 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 13,626 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 11,496 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 10,908 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 10,758 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 10,671 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 10,573 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 10,520 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 104,469 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 104,469 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 10,157 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 9,956 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,263 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 8,361 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 6,638 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 5,860 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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LJ05 EBV is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ05 EBV, 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

How do I check the history of LJ05 EBV?

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What year was LJ05 EBV registered?

LJ05 EBV is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is LJ05 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 EBV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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