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WU05 CYF

2005 Suzuki SV650

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

18,880 mi
Last recorded18,880 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 CYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 18,880 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 18,832 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 17,340 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned not on centre line (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 17,340 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned not on centre line (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 14,520 miles

Exhaust noisey

Nearside Foot peg return spring missing

Fail 17 Jun 2022 14,520 miles

Exhaust noisey

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Foot peg return spring missing

Fail 12 May 2022 14,448 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake pedal stiff on footrest.

Pass 15 May 2021 12,002 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 4,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 4,670 miles

Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 2,791 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 2,772 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2016 2,427 miles

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

Seat loose

Fail 27 Sep 2015 2,406 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 34,318 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 28,183 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 28,183 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,865 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 19,400 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 19,400 miles

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

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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WU05 CYF is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 WU05 CYF, 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 WU05 CYF registered?

WU05 CYF is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is WU05 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 CYF shows 20 tests with a 55% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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