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AY53 FWE

2003 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,552 mi
Last recorded18,552 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF120017,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 18,552 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 18,541 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 16,636 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 15,699 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 15,699 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 14,901 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 14,901 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 14,607 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 13,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced Low Beam (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 12,406 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 7,674 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 7,392 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 7,287 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 7,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,663 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 6,820 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 6,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,989 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 5,144 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 4,428 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 FWE is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FWE, 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 AY53 FWE registered?

AY53 FWE is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is AY53 FWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 FWE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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