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SF05 OPT

2005 Suzuki GSF650

Red Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,803 mi
Last recorded24,803 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF65015,969 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 OPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 24,803 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 24,798 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 24,669 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 24,266 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 24,036 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 22,058 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 21,089 miles

fuel tank cap seal persished

Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,291 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 20,291 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120 70 17 bto23 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 18,380 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 17,361 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 17,381 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 16,430 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 15,417 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,847 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 10,574 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 8,543 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 8,543 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2010 6,724 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,495 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 4,495 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 2,074 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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SF05 OPT is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650 in Red with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SF05 OPT, 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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What year was SF05 OPT registered?

SF05 OPT is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is SF05 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 OPT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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