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AY53 FVB

2003 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

37,532 mi
Last recorded37,532 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF120017,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 37,532 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 37,202 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 May 2025 37,195 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 36,568 miles

Number plate has slightly reduced border

Pass 3 Jun 2023 35,763 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 35,763 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 32,475 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 30,339 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 30,339 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 27,844 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,653 miles

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 27,367 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 27,286 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside footrest rubber worn

Offside footrest loose

Pass 26 Feb 2016 26,926 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2014 23,215 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 17,259 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 16,381 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 14,149 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 14,149 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 13,291 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 11,881 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 10,746 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 9,148 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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AY53 FVB is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 AY53 FVB, 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 AY53 FVB registered?

AY53 FVB is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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