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EF05 LXJ

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

17,585 mi
Last recorded17,585 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 LXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 17,585 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 17,551 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 17,488 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 17,273 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 16,274 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 16,062 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 14,304 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 14,304 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,779 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

clutch lever ball end missing

Pass 26 May 2017 10,726 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2017 10,726 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 9,435 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 8,713 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,582 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 6,778 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 6,392 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 5,689 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 5,689 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,604 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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EF05 LXJ is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EF05 LXJ, 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 EF05 LXJ registered?

EF05 LXJ is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is EF05 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 LXJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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