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WU54 BYC

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Bronze Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,688 mi
Last recorded16,688 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 BYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 16,688 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 15,622 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 15,170 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

front brake reserve travel a bit long

Pass 15 Jul 2022 14,776 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 12,661 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 9,777 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 9,777 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 9,777 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 8,982 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 7,545 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 7,327 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 5,065 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 4,400 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 4,400 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

drive chain rusty.

Pass 30 Jul 2012 4,267 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 4,267 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,230 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,205 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 4,054 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 3,916 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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WU54 BYC is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Bronze with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 WU54 BYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU54 BYC registered?

WU54 BYC is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is WU54 BYC safe to buy?

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