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YJ05 XKF

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,039 mi
Last recorded53,039 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 XKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 53,039 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 52,960 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2023 51,324 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 26 May 2023 51,320 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Brake performance unable to be tested rear caliper leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

engine oil leak

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

Pass 18 May 2022 45,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2021 40,188 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 38,114 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 37,027 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 35,175 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 30,965 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 30,965 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2015 25,444 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 19,625 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 19,529 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 19,451 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 19,109 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 17,874 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 17,874 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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YJ05 XKF is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,170 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 GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 XKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ05 XKF registered?

YJ05 XKF is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 9 April 2005.

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