Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 80 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 25.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 80 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% and a failure rate of 25.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 presents for MOT with approximately 24,038 miles on the clock. The 2005 manufacture year performs best with a 75.0% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 10.0% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle fuel and exhaust at 7.5%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 7.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 11.3% | 9 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 8.8% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.5% | 6 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.3% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 6.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 5.0% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.0% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.8% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.5% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.5% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.3% | 1 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,038 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 4.68 | 11.3% | 9 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.64 | 8.8% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.12 | 7.5% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.60 | 6.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.60 | 6.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.08 | 5.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.08 | 5.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.56 | 3.8% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.04 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.04 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.52 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.52 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.52 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 has 24,038 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.40% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 MOT Data
The Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 80 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% and a failure rate of 25.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle fuel and exhaust for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Gsxr1000 K5 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 10.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 7.5% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 7.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5?
Based on 80 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 has an overall pass rate of 75.0% (25.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.0%), 2. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.5%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (7.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5 reliable?
With a 25.0% MOT failure rate, the Gsxr1000 K5 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Gsxr1000 K5?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.0%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (7.5%); Motorcycle brakes (7.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.