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FA05 BHP

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5

Black Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,132 mi
Last recorded36,132 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K514,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 BHP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1400 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 36,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 33,425 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2024 33,417 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 30,491 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 30,485 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 27,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 25,460 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2020 22,974 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 22,072 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 18,653 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 18,420 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 18,193 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 17,560 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 3 May 2014 17,523 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 14,944 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2012 11,728 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 28 May 2011 8,617 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 3,997 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 3,997 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 2,976 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 2,976 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 2,546 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5?

Based on 4,677 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
907
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
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FA05 BHP is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 in Black with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 14,436 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 Gsx 1400 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA05 BHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FA05 BHP is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5, first registered on 11 August 2005.

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