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SR05 BFV

2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,897 mi
Last recorded34,897 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K516,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR05 BFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 1000 Sz K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 34,897 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 34,889 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,687 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 34,687 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 34,090 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,475 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 31,956 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 31,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 31,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 29,461 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 28,969 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 27,201 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 27,201 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 24,373 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 19,571 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 19,571 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 13,705 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 10,078 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
918
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
Horn not working 9
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SR05 BFV is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 16,019 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 Sv 1000 Sz K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SR05 BFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SR05 BFV registered?

SR05 BFV is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is SR05 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR05 BFV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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