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BG54 HVJ

2004 Suzuki SV1000

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,831 mi
Last recorded38,831 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki SV100016,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 HVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 38,831 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2025 38,827 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions directional (5.2.3 (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,062 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 33,858 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 33,842 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 33,625 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 32,939 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 32,924 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 32,382 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 30,532 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 30,532 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,746 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,405 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 22,486 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 21,484 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 20,616 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 18,977 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 17,240 miles

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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BG54 HVJ is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000 in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BG54 HVJ, 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.

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What year was BG54 HVJ registered?

BG54 HVJ is a 2004 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 28 October 2004.

Is BG54 HVJ safe to buy?

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