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BU52 SUZ

2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,911 mi
Last recorded23,911 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 SUZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 23,911 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 23,869 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 23,387 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 23,231 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 23,218 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 22,953 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 22,878 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 34,433 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 31,673 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 27,322 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 22,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 21,259 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 21,259 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 21,139 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,983 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 18,983 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,289 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,093 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2010 15,093 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 12,612 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 8,341 miles

slight cush drive wear

Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,987 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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BU52 SUZ is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 BU52 SUZ, 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 22 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 BU52 SUZ registered?

BU52 SUZ is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for BU52 SUZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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