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VK05 OAW

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,990 mi
Last recorded13,990 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 OAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 13,990 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 13,855 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2013 13,279 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 13,055 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 11,876 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 11,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 11,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 8,186 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 4,346 miles

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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VK05 OAW is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 16,073 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VK05 OAW, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VK05 OAW registered?

VK05 OAW is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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The MOT history for VK05 OAW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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