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AE53 FXV

2003 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,573 mi
Last recorded14,573 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF120017,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FXV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 14,573 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 14,217 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 14,202 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 13,874 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 13,577 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 13,209 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 12,663 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 12,663 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 11,638 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 11,638 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 10,215 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 8,581 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 8,581 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,198 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 4,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 4,567 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 4,567 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2009 4,435 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 3,919 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 3,447 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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AE53 FXV is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AE53 FXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 FXV registered?

AE53 FXV is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is AE53 FXV safe to buy?

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