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WK54 BYM

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,094 mi
Last recorded30,094 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK54 BYM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 30,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 30,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 29,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 29,976 miles

Central Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 29,976 miles

Central Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 29,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 29,605 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 28,678 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 28,517 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 28,517 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 28,383 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 27,861 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 24,017 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 16,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 16,968 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 13,353 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 10,819 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 9,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 9,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 8,248 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 8,245 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,383 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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WK54 BYM is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 WK54 BYM, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki SV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK54 BYM registered?

WK54 BYM is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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