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LJ05 HGP

2005 Suzuki SV650

Gold Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,159 mi
Last recorded53,159 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 HGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 53,159 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 47,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 47,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 May 2023 47,689 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 47,467 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 47,230 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 46,674 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 46,210 miles

fuel cap wont open

Fail 27 Mar 2019 46,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front tyre flat

fuel cap wont open

Pass 23 Mar 2018 43,700 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 40,700 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 39,710 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 33,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 20,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,365 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 17,365 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 14,714 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 12,041 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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LJ05 HGP is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Gold with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ05 HGP, 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 LJ05 HGP registered?

LJ05 HGP is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is LJ05 HGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 HGP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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