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BX05 JOH

2005 Suzuki GSF600

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

25,957 mi
Last recorded25,957 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF60015,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 JOH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 25,957 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,391 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2023 25,391 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 24,825 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 23,027 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 23,023 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 20,902 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 20,902 miles

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 18,618 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 18,618 miles

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 15,199 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 12,784 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 10,824 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 8,827 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 8,814 miles

rear tyre has at some time rubbed through hugger

Pass 12 Sep 2013 7,878 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2012 7,429 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 7,429 miles

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 6,629 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 6,412 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 5,439 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,909 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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BX05 JOH is a 2005 Suzuki GSF600 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,037 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 JOH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BX05 JOH is a 2005 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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