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SV05 GMG

2005 Suzuki DL650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,270 mi
Last recorded27,270 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki DL65021,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 GMG
MakeSuzuki
ModelDL650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 27,270 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 23,789 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2024 23,789 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2023 20,592 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2023 20,582 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 18,397 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear tyres close to wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 17,861 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

slight oil leak (rocker cover)

Pass 27 Nov 2018 17,399 miles

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

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

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 17,399 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 15,588 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 15,175 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 14,705 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 14,187 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 14,186 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 14,184 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 13,463 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,214 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,493 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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SV05 GMG is a 2005 Suzuki DL650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SV05 GMG, 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.

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What year was SV05 GMG registered?

SV05 GMG is a 2005 Suzuki DL650, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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