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AE03 VWL

2003 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,754 mi
Last recorded5,754 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF120017,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 5,754 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 5,416 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 5,378 miles

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

Front and Rear Tyres are 20years old

Fail 12 Jul 2022 5,378 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Carbs Leaking Directly Onto Engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front and Rear Tyres are 20years old

Pass 6 Jul 2021 5,377 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 5,377 miles

Central Fuel system component leaking Carburetor drains leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling wheel alignment out (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 5,169 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 4,504 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 4,504 miles

Headlamp aim too high adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake cylinder insecurely mounted and braking performance affected retighten bolts (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 4,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 4,043 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 3,932 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 3,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 2,231 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 2,210 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 1,253 miles

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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AE03 VWL is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 17,618 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 AE03 VWL, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE03 VWL registered?

AE03 VWL is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AE03 VWL safe to buy?

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