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AV05 ULM

2005 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,596 mi
Last recorded38,596 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSXR100015,113 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 ULM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 38,596 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 38,354 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 33,493 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2023 33,493 miles

Fork yoke insecure bolt missing from yoke nearside (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake component insecure rear brake reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 28,644 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 34,023 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 34,023 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 31,647 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,024 miles

Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 23,391 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,752 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 21,752 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 21,303 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 21,234 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 20,316 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 17,999 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 15,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 14,048 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1000?

Based on 116,687 MOT tests across 10,071 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
10,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,205
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,144
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 540
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 493
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 370
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AV05 ULM is a 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 15,113 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 GSXR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 ULM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AV05 ULM is a 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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