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GV05 VLN

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,383 mi
Last recorded23,383 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK515,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 23,383 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 19,874 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 19,844 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2011 17,294 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,069 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,974 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 9,596 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5?

Based on 2,316 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
839
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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GV05 VLN is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,544 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 1300 RK5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV05 VLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GV05 VLN?

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What year was GV05 VLN registered?

GV05 VLN is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is GV05 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 VLN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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