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KR52 SJV

2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,523 mi
Last recorded36,523 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 SJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 36,523 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 35,230 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 33,918 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 31,213 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 31,200 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2021 27,371 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 25,139 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 22,702 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 18,360 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 17,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 17,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2014 17,213 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 17,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 16,867 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 15,837 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,519 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 12,090 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 8,577 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 4,795 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R-Z?

Based on 7,377 MOT tests across 570 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
912
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
570
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 101
wheel bearings have excessive free play 45
Headlamp aim too low 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
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KR52 SJV is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX1300R-Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR52 SJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R-Z typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R-Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KR52 SJV registered?

KR52 SJV is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 17 February 2003.

Is KR52 SJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 SJV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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