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GJ55 CLY

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,936 mi
Last recorded21,936 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 CLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 21,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 21,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 20,273 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 15,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2017 15,288 miles

Central Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Central Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 14,663 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 14,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 May 2015 14,263 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,838 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 12,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,007 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 7,092 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 5,593 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 5,593 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,060 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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GJ55 CLY is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GJ55 CLY, 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 GJ55 CLY registered?

GJ55 CLY is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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