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WX05 FVU

2005 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

31,186 mi
Last recorded31,186 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 FVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 31,186 miles

exhaust noisy

Fail 27 May 2026 31,180 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust noisy

Pass 19 Apr 2024 30,691 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 30,604 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 29,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

exhaust bolt missing underneath,not insecure

Pass 23 Jan 2021 26,663 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Coolant leak Level low in header tank

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust slightly loose Clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 25,596 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 23,084 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 23,080 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swingingarm bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 22,245 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 20,807 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 May 2015 20,807 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,810 miles

drive chain rusty

rear brake pedal lever stiff on pivot

some corrosion to rear disc

Pass 23 Nov 2012 15,976 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 11,977 miles

L/H footrest has slight movement

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 11,494 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 9,739 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 9,739 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 8,296 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 8,296 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 3,253 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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WX05 FVU is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WX05 FVU, 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.

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What year was WX05 FVU registered?

WX05 FVU is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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