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NH05 XWU

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

23,493 mi
Last recorded23,493 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK515,544 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 XWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 23,493 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 23,493 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 23,493 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 22,683 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 21,147 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 18,848 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 18,846 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 18,511 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 18,291 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 17,574 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 17,140 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 16,839 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,440 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,134 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,017 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 14,364 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 13,800 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 13,418 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 13,418 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,071 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,333 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 8,640 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 8,640 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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NH05 XWU is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 NH05 XWU, 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 NH05 XWU registered?

NH05 XWU is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is NH05 XWU safe to buy?

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