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AE05 VTG

2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 K5

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,895 mi
Last recorded38,895 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 K515,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 VTG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 650 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 38,895 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 38,888 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2025 38,878 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2024 38,760 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 38,378 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 38,122 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 20kg (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear brake hose incorrectly routed

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2021 38,122 miles

Front Brake performance not tested seized on (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear brake hose incorrectly routed

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 37,499 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,107 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 34,351 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,290 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 29,641 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 29,641 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 29,237 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,356 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 20,531 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 16,487 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 10,077 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 7,749 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 6,543 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 650 K5?

Based on 4,906 MOT tests across 417 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
417
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Drive chain excessively loose 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
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AE05 VTG is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 K5 in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 15,683 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 650 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 VTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was AE05 VTG registered?

AE05 VTG is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 K5, first registered on 4 August 2005.

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