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WJ05 BVE

2005 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

46,289 mi
Last recorded46,289 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF60015,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 BVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 46,289 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame cross bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both headlights and poor image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 11 Nov 2024 40,579 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 40,579 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls light does not illuminate when rear brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 39,631 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 39,614 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 39,210 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,212 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 38,202 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 8 May 2015 34,300 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2015 34,300 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 34,292 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 32,512 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

ignition key not secure in the on position.

Fail 9 Apr 2013 32,512 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

ignition key not secure in the on position.

one tail light bulb not working.

Pass 7 Apr 2011 32,083 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 32,083 miles

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 31,386 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 30,505 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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WJ05 BVE is a 2005 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,037 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ05 BVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ05 BVE registered?

WJ05 BVE is a 2005 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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