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AE54 FTJ

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

36,807 mi
Last recorded36,807 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 FTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 36,807 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 35,314 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 34,951 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 34,627 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 30,066 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 28,601 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 28,601 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 26,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 26,909 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 26,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2017 25,965 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 25,965 miles

Fairing insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,286 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 23,969 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 21,536 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 21,534 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is impaired. (2.1.2d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 17,987 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 May 2010 15,564 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 13,986 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 13,986 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 10,874 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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AE54 FTJ is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki SV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 16,715 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 AE54 FTJ, 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 22 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 AE54 FTJ registered?

AE54 FTJ is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is AE54 FTJ safe to buy?

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