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AE53 FSV

2003 Suzuki GSXR1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,132 mi
Last recorded36,132 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSXR100016,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 FSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 36,132 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 35,729 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 35,055 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 33,767 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

drive chain slightly worn and dry

Fail 12 Jul 2022 33,766 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

drive chain slightly worn and dry

Pass 9 Jun 2021 32,221 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 31,951 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 28,680 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 28,675 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 28,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 28,667 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 28,390 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2015 28,390 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 27,374 miles

advise no plate light missing

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 25,800 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,236 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,865 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 22,624 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 20,679 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 17,005 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Aug 2006 16,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1000?

Based on 116,687 MOT tests across 10,071 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
10,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,205
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,144
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 540
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 493
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 370
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AE53 FSV is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 16,871 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 FSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE53 FSV registered?

AE53 FSV is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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