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FJ05 VVN

2005 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

36,318 mi
Last recorded36,318 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GZ12510,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 VVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 36,318 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 31,412 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 29,933 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 29,933 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 29,231 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 20,741 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit this tyre is also cracking on side walls (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 20,734 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit this tyre is also cracking on side walls (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 20,722 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 22 May 2019 20,712 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure side panel insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit this tyre is also cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 20,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 20,497 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 18,396 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,906 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 13,720 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 12,671 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear tyre mishaped

slight corosion to metal brake pipe conections

Pass 22 May 2012 12,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 10,804 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 20 May 2010 9,158 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 May 2010 9,158 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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FJ05 VVN is a 2005 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 10,703 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 VVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FJ05 VVN is a 2005 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 15 July 2005.

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