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YK05 BYD

2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,876 mi
Last recorded6,876 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K515,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 BYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 6,876 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 6,867 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 6,863 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 6,773 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 6,550 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 6,539 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 6,538 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 6,538 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 6,536 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 6,536 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 6,535 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 6,535 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 6,535 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 6,518 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 6,518 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,453 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 6,004 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 6,004 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5?

Based on 7,712 MOT tests across 692 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
927
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 91
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 37
Headlamp aim too high 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
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YK05 BYD is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 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 Gsxr 1000 K5 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK05 BYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK05 BYD registered?

YK05 BYD is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is YK05 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 BYD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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