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GX05 GRF

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

40,022 mi
Last recorded40,022 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK515,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 40,022 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 40,000 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 39,711 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 39,441 miles

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 38,506 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 38,506 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 37,806 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 36,627 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 36,627 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,964 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 33,165 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 31,002 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 31,002 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 28,869 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 28,869 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 27,165 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,193 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,865 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,479 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,099 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 11,665 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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GX05 GRF is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GX05 GRF, 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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What year was GX05 GRF registered?

GX05 GRF is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is GX05 GRF safe to buy?

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