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SP53 BJV

2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,623 mi
Last recorded67,623 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 BJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 67,623 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2018 66,108 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 63,719 miles

Nearside Front footrest seized

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 61,813 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 59,349 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,386 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 54,153 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 54,142 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 51,187 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 47,832 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 43,222 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,185 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 35,604 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 35,601 miles

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

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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SP53 BJV is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP53 BJV, 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 SP53 BJV registered?

SP53 BJV is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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