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ST05 JVY

2005 Suzuki DL650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,626 mi
Last recorded26,626 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 JVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 26,626 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 26,411 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 25,804 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 25,523 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 25,495 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 24,602 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,377 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 22,348 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 22,347 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 19,373 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 17,424 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,630 miles

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

front brake binding slghty

Pass 8 Jun 2009 9,720 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2009 9,720 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 7,422 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DL650?

Based on 21,809 MOT tests across 2,077 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,461
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 215
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 159
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 74
Drive chain excessively loose 72
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ST05 JVY is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki DL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 21,210 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 DL650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST05 JVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki DL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST05 JVY registered?

ST05 JVY is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is ST05 JVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 JVY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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