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AY04 HBG

2004 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,296 mi
Last recorded34,296 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSXR100015,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 HBG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 34,296 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2026 34,296 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2025 33,386 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 32,310 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose missing 1 bolt (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 31 May 2024 32,310 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose missing 1 bolt (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 30,891 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 29,123 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 29,120 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 29,013 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 28,999 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 28,754 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 28,523 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 27,377 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2015 26,849 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2014 26,008 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 23,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,033 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 18,093 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,146 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 15 Mar 2008 11,823 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 6,291 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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AY04 HBG is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,861 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 AY04 HBG, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY04 HBG registered?

AY04 HBG is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 10 May 2004.

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