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YB05 WHC

2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

28,996 mi
Last recorded28,996 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K516,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 WHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSv 1000 Sz K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 28,996 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 27,754 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

NO FRONT FENDER FITTED

Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 25,722 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 25,619 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 25,211 miles

slight pitting on o/s fork leg

Fail 17 Sep 2020 25,188 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 23,755 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 22,387 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2018 22,387 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 20,405 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 20,405 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 16,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 May 2015 12,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 May 2014 11,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 10,264 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 7,843 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 7,843 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 7,806 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,166 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,261 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 1,492 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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YB05 WHC is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YB05 WHC, 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 YB05 WHC registered?

YB05 WHC is a 2005 Suzuki Sv 1000 Sz K5, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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