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AY03 KWS

2003 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

26,848 mi
Last recorded26,848 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSXR100016,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 KWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 26,848 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 26,848 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 26,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 25,749 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 25,749 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 25,389 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 25,382 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2019 24,124 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 21,736 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 21,513 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 21,385 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 21,366 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 21,350 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 21,345 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 21,220 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 20,137 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 19,836 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 19,597 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 17,636 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 15,856 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,685 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 12,829 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 12,829 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 10,691 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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AY03 KWS is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 AY03 KWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY03 KWS registered?

AY03 KWS is a 2003 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AY03 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 KWS shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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