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LJ05 SOC

2005 Suzuki GSF650

Red Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,771 mi
Last recorded53,771 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF65015,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SOC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 53,771 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 52,122 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 52,121 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 50,571 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 50,571 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 49,271 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 47,533 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 46,204 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 44,141 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 41,378 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,507 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 32,575 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 28,288 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,145 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 19,230 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 19,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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LJ05 SOC is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650 in Red with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LJ05 SOC, 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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LJ05 SOC is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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