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BU05 SAR

2006 Suzuki GSX1300R

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

37,719 mi
Last recorded37,719 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R16,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 SAR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 37,719 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 37,719 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp rear lhs indicator and rear stop lampcreating faut. (4.4.3 (b))

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

Registration plate incorrect too small (0.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released stop switch insecure (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 1 Nov 2025 37,666 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 34,628 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 32,076 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 27,815 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 24,835 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 23,425 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 21,995 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,667 miles

Front Headlight mask fitted @ time of test

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 19,439 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,968 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2013 17,314 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,639 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,014 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 12,732 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 8,380 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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BU05 SAR is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX1300R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 SAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU05 SAR registered?

BU05 SAR is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 5 September 2006.

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