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BU55 SSA

2005 Suzuki GSX1300R

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,445 mi
Last recorded29,445 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R16,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU55 SSA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 29,445 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 29,445 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 29,288 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 29,039 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 26,993 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 26,085 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 25,470 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 23,821 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 21,812 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 19,977 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 17,971 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 16,543 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2013 16,543 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,776 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,860 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 11,180 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 11,064 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 7,998 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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BU55 SSA is a 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BU55 SSA, 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 BU55 SSA registered?

BU55 SSA is a 2005 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is BU55 SSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU55 SSA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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