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LY54 XBA

2005 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

18,960 mi
Last recorded18,960 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 XBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 18,960 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear pads starting to get low (1.1.13 (a))

Direction indicator insecure N/S front indicator (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light N/S rear indicator lens repaired with orange tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose Requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust end can slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm to shock linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre getting low to center 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 18,960 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear pads starting to get low (1.1.13 (a))

Direction indicator insecure N/S front indicator (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light N/S rear indicator lens repaired with orange tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose Requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition New baffle fitted during test (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust end can slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm to shock linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre getting low to center 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 16,914 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 15,903 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 15,041 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 15,041 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Number plate light bulb assembly not present (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 15,037 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Number plate is lit with red light from the rear position lamp (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,646 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 14,188 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 13,068 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 12,415 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 12,408 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 12,378 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 11,931 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 11,931 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 11,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Scottoiler not directed onto the chain.

Pass 20 Mar 2009 10,229 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 9,374 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 9,374 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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LY54 XBA is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LY54 XBA, 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 LY54 XBA registered?

LY54 XBA is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 19 January 2005.

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