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VE05 HFV

2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5

Black Petrol 645cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,193 mi
Last recorded25,193 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K515,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 HFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 650 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine645cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 25,193 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 24,737 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 24,737 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 24,209 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 23,130 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 23,130 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 21,611 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 21,143 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 20,710 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 18,994 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 15,409 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 15,409 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 11,857 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2016 11,857 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 8,019 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 4,628 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2014 4,628 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 1,087 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 7,062 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,062 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 3,380 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sv 650 K5?

Based on 2,200 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Horn not working 9
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VE05 HFV is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5 in Black with a 645cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 15,497 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 650 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE05 HFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sv 650 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Sv 650 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VE05 HFV registered?

VE05 HFV is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 650 K5, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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The MOT history for VE05 HFV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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