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YN05 MKU

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

33,041 mi
Last recorded33,041 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 MKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 33,041 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 33,041 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 32,918 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 32,918 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 May 2023 32,803 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 32,556 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 32,339 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 32,022 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 31,912 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 31,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 30,750 miles

tyres front and rear 2mm tread remaining

Fail 15 Jul 2016 30,750 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

tyres front and rear 2mm tread remaining

Pass 13 Jul 2015 29,301 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 27,325 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 27,325 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 25,770 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 21,001 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,918 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 12,496 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,078 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 9,070 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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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YN05 MKU is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YN05 MKU, 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 YN05 MKU registered?

YN05 MKU is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is YN05 MKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 MKU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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