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AX05 SXE

2005 Suzuki SV650

Blue Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,571 mi
Last recorded51,571 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV65015,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 SXE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV650
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 51,571 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 51,570 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 48,300 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 45,172 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 45,172 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2023 44,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 42,316 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 40,183 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 38,700 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 38,404 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,785 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,586 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2013 31,164 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 31,164 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2012 30,910 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 29,119 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 28,729 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,372 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 28,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 27,633 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 27,544 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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AX05 SXE is a 2005 Suzuki SV650 in Blue 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 AX05 SXE, 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 AX05 SXE registered?

AX05 SXE is a 2005 Suzuki SV650, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is AX05 SXE safe to buy?

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