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FV05 ESN

2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,143 mi
Last recorded32,143 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K515,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 ESN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 32,143 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 32,016 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 31,982 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 31,911 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 31,866 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 31,864 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 31,658 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,326 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 31,324 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,673 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 30,162 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,364 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 27,499 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 25,136 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2010 21,004 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 21,004 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2009 15,699 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 May 2009 15,699 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 May 2008 11,487 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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FV05 ESN is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FV05 ESN, 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.

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What year was FV05 ESN registered?

FV05 ESN is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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The MOT history for FV05 ESN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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