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FM55 NNB

2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,878 mi
Last recorded31,878 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K515,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 NNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 31,878 miles

Front oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2023 31,207 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 30,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 30,343 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 30,271 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 29,469 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 24,702 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 24,702 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering damper insecure recommend to thread lock both securing bolts (2.1.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 23,356 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlight unit has x2 mountings not fastened but is still secure.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swingarm bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

f/b lines not fastened but not rubbing tyre.

Fail 14 Mar 2016 22,723 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear mono-shock insecure linkage securing nut missing. (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlight unit has x2 mountings not fastened but is still secure.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swingarm bearings (2.4.A2a(i))

f/b lines not fastened but not rubbing tyre.

Pass 24 Nov 2014 21,526 miles

rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 10 Dec 2013 20,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 20,347 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 18,032 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5?

Based on 7,712 MOT tests across 692 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
927
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 91
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 37
Headlamp aim too high 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
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FM55 NNB is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 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 Gsxr 1000 K5 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM55 NNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM55 NNB registered?

FM55 NNB is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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