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LJ05 UBY

2005 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,531 mi
Last recorded43,531 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 43,531 miles

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 31 Aug 2024 42,238 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2024 42,238 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 41,836 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,125 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 41,125 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 39,688 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 39,655 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 May 2017 38,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 36,027 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 35,414 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,554 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 30 May 2013 33,101 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyre starting to split in tread

Pass 30 May 2012 31,011 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 30,060 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 23,970 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,301 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 10,490 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 UBY is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UBY, 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 UBY registered?

LJ05 UBY is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is LJ05 UBY safe to buy?

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