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AY53 FWB

2003 Suzuki GSX1400

Black Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,463 mi
Last recorded32,463 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX140016,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 FWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 32,463 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 32,147 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 32,146 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2023 31,697 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 30,762 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 28,612 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 26,384 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 26,295 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 26,295 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements number plate isn't correct size, stroke width and spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 25,943 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 24,659 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 23,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 22,968 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2013 22,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 21,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 20,157 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 18,739 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,903 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 15,435 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 15,354 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 14,120 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1400?

Based on 66,306 MOT tests across 4,395 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 700
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 189
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 172
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AY53 FWB is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1400 in Black with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSX1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 16,195 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 GSX1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 FWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GSX1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 FWB registered?

AY53 FWB is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1400, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is AY53 FWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 FWB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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