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FV05 EPZ

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,489 mi
Last recorded8,489 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 EPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 8,489 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2026 8,489 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 7,681 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 7,449 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 7,316 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 7,210 miles

Rear tyre valve starting to split

Pass 23 Jul 2014 6,374 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 4,166 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 4,128 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,098 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 4,098 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 3,877 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 3,877 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2009 2,813 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 2,813 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 1,828 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 1,828 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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FV05 EPZ is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,170 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 GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV05 EPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV05 EPZ registered?

FV05 EPZ is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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The MOT history for FV05 EPZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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