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BU54 FOS

2006 Suzuki GSX1300R

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

23,476 mi
Last recorded23,476 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R16,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 FOS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 23,476 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 23,476 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2024 22,943 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 22,415 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 21,313 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 21,311 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 20,420 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2020 17,068 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 15,366 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 14,870 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,834 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 12,834 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 106,133 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 9,523 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 9,516 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 7,548 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BU54 FOS is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU54 FOS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU54 FOS registered?

BU54 FOS is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is BU54 FOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 FOS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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