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BK05 UNB

2005 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,354 mi
Last recorded20,354 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSXR100015,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 UNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 20,354 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 19,725 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,502 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 18,908 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 18,041 miles

Number plate light not fitted

Pass 2 May 2017 17,463 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Number plate light missing

Number plate reduced in size

Pass 5 May 2016 16,497 miles

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

Rear Number plate light missing at time of test.

Rear Number plate slightly reduced in size

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 14,651 miles

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

No number plate light fitted at time of test.

Number plate slightly reduced in size.

Fail 1 May 2014 13,615 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no number plate light fitted.

Pass 1 May 2014 13,615 miles

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

no number plate light fitted.

Pass 9 May 2013 13,015 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 12,995 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 12,599 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,611 miles

No numberplate light fitted

Pass 1 May 2009 10,422 miles

No number plate light

Pass 19 Apr 2008 7,512 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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BK05 UNB is a 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK05 UNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 UNB registered?

BK05 UNB is a 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is BK05 UNB safe to buy?

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