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VX05 SWV

2005 Suzuki GSF650

Silver Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,964 mi
Last recorded37,964 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF65015,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 SWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 37,964 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 33,230 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 27,071 miles

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

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

Front brake feels wooden

Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,390 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 18,538 miles

Chain/sprocket noisy when wheel spun

Pass 15 Feb 2019 11,514 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 11,116 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 10,850 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 10,287 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 9,222 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 8,154 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 8,154 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 7,309 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 6,490 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 5,654 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 4,865 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 4,678 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 4,215 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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VX05 SWV is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650 in Silver with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX05 SWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 SWV registered?

VX05 SWV is a 2005 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 11 June 2005.

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