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LV55 BNU

2005 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,726 mi
Last recorded39,726 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 BNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 39,726 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 37,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 35,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jul 2021 35,523 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 28,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 27,487 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 27,454 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 26,794 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 23,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 May 2017 19,051 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 13,963 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,911 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 7,702 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 6,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 6,302 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 5,880 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 4,608 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 2,960 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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LV55 BNU is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LV55 BNU, 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 LV55 BNU registered?

LV55 BNU is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is LV55 BNU safe to buy?

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