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YH05 JVM

2005 Suzuki Gsf

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,737 mi
Last recorded20,737 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsf16,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH05 JVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 20,737 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 20,737 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 19,884 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 19,190 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,397 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 18,364 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 18,044 miles

Rear rear tyre starting to misshape

Pass 24 Oct 2016 16,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 50 % (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 15,949 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated flex in handlebars (2.1.1d)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 50% (1.1.1b)

continental headlight fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2015 15,949 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated flex in handlebars (2.1.1d)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 50% (1.1.1b)

continental headlight fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2014 12,780 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 12,793 miles

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 11,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 11,097 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 9,507 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 6,726 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 6,706 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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YH05 JVM is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 16,837 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH05 JVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH05 JVM registered?

YH05 JVM is a 2005 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is YH05 JVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH05 JVM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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