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K88 GLW

2005 Suzuki GSF650

Red Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,045 mi
Last recorded29,045 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF65015,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 GLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 29,045 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 May 2023 29,045 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 28,669 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 28,669 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front frame cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

in certain positions clutch lever actuates headlight pass switch

Pass 11 Feb 2021 26,599 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 23,722 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 21,977 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 21,259 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 19,577 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 19,577 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 17,456 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 13,169 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,000 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Oil level low. Metrers intermittent

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 12,264 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 12,258 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,967 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF650?

Based on 44,060 MOT tests across 3,774 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 306
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 244
Drive chain excessively loose 146
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
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K88 GLW is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650 in Red with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 15,969 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 GSF650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K88 GLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K88 GLW is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 31 August 2005.

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