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AE53 GFA

2003 Suzuki GSXR1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,644 mi
Last recorded35,644 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSXR100016,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 GFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 35,644 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 33,101 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 33,093 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 32,277 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 31,819 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 31,790 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2016 30,858 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,638 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 23,976 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 22,705 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 13 Sep 2012 20,592 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 17,005 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 15,476 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 15,456 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 12,415 miles

front light is half masked for importid beam

Fail 12 Aug 2009 12,415 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 7,951 miles

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 GFA is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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

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 GFA, 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 GFA registered?

AE53 GFA is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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The MOT history for AE53 GFA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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