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BU54 NOD

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,082 mi
Last recorded21,082 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK515,544 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 NOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 21,082 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 20,646 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 20,010 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 19,942 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 19,911 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 19,901 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2020 19,784 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 19,680 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 19,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 18,439 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 18,439 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

cush drive worn

front brake fluid level low

travel on front brake lever only just acceptable

Pass 21 Aug 2015
Pass 22 Aug 2014 17,070 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 11,228 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 11,223 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,521 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,019 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 2,019 miles

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

split pin missing from steering damper

Fail 28 Jul 2008 2,019 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

split pin missing from steering damper

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5?

Based on 2,316 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
839
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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BU54 NOD is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,544 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 NOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU54 NOD registered?

BU54 NOD is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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The MOT history for BU54 NOD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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