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WJ05 KUV

2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,577 mi
Last recorded22,577 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK515,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 KUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 22,577 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 22,572 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2024 22,572 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 21,752 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 21,422 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 21,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 20,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 19,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 19,019 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 19,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 May 2017 15,528 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 12,469 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 12,210 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 11,775 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 10,329 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,329 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 28 Apr 2012 8,589 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 5,916 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 5,272 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 27 Mar 2008 3,352 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5?

Based on 2,316 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
839
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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WJ05 KUV is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,544 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 Gsx 1300 RK5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ05 KUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ05 KUV registered?

WJ05 KUV is a 2005 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK5, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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