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RJ06 SKV

2006 Suzuki SV1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

25,654 mi
Last recorded25,654 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki SV100015,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 SKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 25,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 25,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 25,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 25,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose REAR SPROCKET CARRIER BEARING HAS SLIGHT FREE PLAY (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 25,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose REAR SPROCKET CARRIER BEARING HAS SLIGHT FREE PLAY (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 24,796 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 24,796 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements NUMBER PLATE SIZE INCORRECT (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 May 2016 23,896 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 May 2016 23,896 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 22,931 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 22 May 2014 22,419 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 21,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 21,067 miles

lower exhaust clamp broken

Pass 29 Jul 2010 20,433 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 20,424 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2009 19,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

low fluid level in clutch reservoir

mounting bolt missing from exhaust system

Fail 25 Jul 2009 19,277 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

low fluid level in clutch reservoir

mounting bolt missing from exhaust system

How Reliable is the Suzuki SV1000?

Based on 38,128 MOT tests across 2,866 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 481
reflector on motorcycle missing 334
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 271
Horn not working 262
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
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RJ06 SKV is a 2006 Suzuki SV1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 15,350 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 SV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 481 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ06 SKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ06 SKV registered?

RJ06 SKV is a 2006 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 13 July 2006.

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