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WK05 BYV

2005 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,125 mi
Last recorded12,125 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 BYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 12,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 12,085 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 11,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 11,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2016 11,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2015 10,810 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,298 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 1,617 miles

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

rear brake line close to tight with rear wheel raised

Fail 11 Apr 2013 1,617 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

rear brake line close to tight with rear wheel raised

Pass 10 Mar 2012 22,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,156 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,374 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 12,192 miles

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

head lamp patterns slightly diffused

Fail 27 Apr 2009 12,192 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

head lamp patterns slightly diffused

Pass 21 Apr 2008 6,324 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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WK05 BYV is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Blue with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WK05 BYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK05 BYV registered?

WK05 BYV is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is WK05 BYV safe to buy?

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