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LJ05 SVD

2005 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

45,438 mi
Last recorded45,438 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 45,438 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2025 45,438 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2024 45,236 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2024 45,227 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 41,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 39,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 37,019 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 33,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 30,194 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 29,857 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 29,064 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 29,064 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 26,760 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 20 Oct 2014 26,760 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 13 Aug 2013 19,004 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,872 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,901 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 11,383 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 10,316 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 9,653 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 6,103 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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LJ05 SVD is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LJ05 SVD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 SVD registered?

LJ05 SVD is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is LJ05 SVD safe to buy?

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