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VK55 JVO

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5

Black Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,428 mi
Last recorded12,428 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K514,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 JVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1400 K5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 12,428 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 12,386 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 12,300 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 12,155 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 9,906 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 9,906 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 5,905 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 5,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear number plate

Pass 3 Jun 2016 5,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 5,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 4,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 4,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 3,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 3,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 3,523 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 3,137 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 3,137 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 2,938 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 2,938 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5?

Based on 4,677 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
907
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
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VK55 JVO is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 in Black with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 14,436 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 1400 K5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK55 JVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VK55 JVO registered?

VK55 JVO is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K5, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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