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AF03 ECW

2003 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

35,963 mi
Last recorded35,963 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSXR100016,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 ECW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 35,963 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 35,963 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 35,621 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 35,621 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2021 35,609 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 34,870 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 34,870 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2018 33,784 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2018 33,784 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2017 33,006 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2017 33,006 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 31,539 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 30,131 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 26,789 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 27,083 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 27,083 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,852 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 22,251 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,688 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 18,186 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 16,136 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 14,845 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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AF03 ECW is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 AF03 ECW, 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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AF03 ECW is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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