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AU53 DLK

2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,939 mi
Last recorded37,939 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 DLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 37,939 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 37,557 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 37,557 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2024 37,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 37,212 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 36,025 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 35,476 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 35,476 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 33,883 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 31,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 31,460 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 29,022 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,876 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 21,640 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front and rear brake pads worn low

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,830 miles

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

Nail In Rear Tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2010 16,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 15,294 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 13,899 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 May 2007 11,735 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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AU53 DLK 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 84.2%.

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 AU53 DLK, 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 AU53 DLK registered?

AU53 DLK is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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