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OU05 EUW

2005 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

40,738 mi
Last recorded40,738 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 EUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2024 40,738 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 39,824 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 39,806 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 May 2022 37,212 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2021 35,269 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 35,269 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 34,261 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 34,261 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2019 22,340 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 22,340 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 19,970 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,694 miles

rear brake fluid near minimum

Pass 6 Jan 2015 18,480 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 18,429 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front pads wearing low

slight play rear wheel bearing

Pass 31 Jul 2013 15,559 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 15,559 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 15,024 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 12,525 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 11,149 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2010 11,144 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 9,910 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 8,735 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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OU05 EUW is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OU05 EUW, 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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OU05 EUW is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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