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AV05 JCO

2005 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

30,810 mi
Last recorded30,810 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsxr12,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 JCO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 30,810 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,844 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 29,818 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 2,799 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in the rear swingarm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 29,586 miles

Rear number plate light connection faulty

Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,350 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,059 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 29,059 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 28,788 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

number plate lamp not working

Fail 20 Mar 2015 28,335 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 28,335 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 28,079 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 27,364 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,626 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,244 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,662 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 18,702 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 14,217 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 14,217 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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AV05 JCO is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 12,910 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 Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 JCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV05 JCO registered?

AV05 JCO is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is AV05 JCO safe to buy?

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