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YJ55 BYC

2005 Suzuki SV650

Red Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,729 mi
Last recorded16,729 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 BYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 16,729 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 14,309 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 14,237 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 14,111 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 13,524 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 12,797 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 11,831 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 11,287 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 9,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 6,808 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 6,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 6,551 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 5,118 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 4,560 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 3,753 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 3,538 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 3,382 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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YJ55 BYC is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Red with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ55 BYC, 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 YJ55 BYC registered?

YJ55 BYC is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is YJ55 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ55 BYC shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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