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YK05 OPA

2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,710 mi
Last recorded36,710 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K511,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 OPA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVl 800 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 36,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 36,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 36,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 36,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 35,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 34,837 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 34,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower under frame. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 34,260 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 32,113 miles

Rear Rear Tyre sidewall slightly perished, but still serviceable!

Pass 16 Dec 2016 29,983 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 26,513 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 24,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 22,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 22,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 21,782 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 21,782 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 21,190 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,417 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,399 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vl 800 K5?

Based on 1,398 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

91.6%
Pass Rate
544
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 4
Registration plate incorrect 3
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YK05 OPA is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 11,157 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 Vl 800 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK05 OPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vl 800 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Vl 800 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK05 OPA registered?

YK05 OPA is a 2005 Suzuki Vl 800 K5, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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