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BU05 LJJ

2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5

Red Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,166 mi
Last recorded74,166 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 SK515,829 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 LJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 650 SK5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 74,166 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 71,458 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 66,767 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 63,635 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 59,371 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 52,488 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 49,087 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 49,087 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 42,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2019 42,278 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 34,962 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 26,689 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,031 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre perrishing

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,726 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,930 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 21,384 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 17,225 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5?

Based on 3,944 MOT tests across 335 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,017
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
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BU05 LJJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5 in Red with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,829 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 LJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU05 LJJ registered?

BU05 LJJ is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf 650 SK5, first registered on 1 May 2005.

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