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FA05 BHV

2005 Suzuki SV1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,828 mi
Last recorded19,828 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki SV100016,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 BHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSV1000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 19,828 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 19,317 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 19,204 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,939 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 18,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 17,557 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 16,368 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 13,284 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 12,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 12,260 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 11,826 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 11,217 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 11,217 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 10,845 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,473 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 9,761 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,096 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 6,772 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 3,491 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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FA05 BHV 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 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FA05 BHV, 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 FA05 BHV registered?

FA05 BHV is a 2005 Suzuki SV1000, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is FA05 BHV safe to buy?

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