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BU54 XXX

2005 Suzuki GSX1300R

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,837 mi
Last recorded28,837 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R16,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 XXX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 28,837 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2026 28,837 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Honeycone back reflection (0.1 (d))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 28,778 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2025 26,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 24,906 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 24,906 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 23,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 22,048 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 20,624 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 20,580 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 18,376 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 16,461 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 15,529 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,874 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 13,713 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 12,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 6,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 5,298 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 Jan 2011 5,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2009 3,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2008 1,801 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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BU54 XXX is a 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 16,738 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 XXX, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU54 XXX registered?

BU54 XXX is a 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BU54 XXX safe to buy?

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