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BU53 FKX

2003 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,116 mi
Last recorded46,116 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX60014,307 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FKX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 46,116 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2025
Fail 21 Feb 2025

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018
Pass 8 Jul 2017
Pass 1 Jul 2016
Fail 18 Jun 2016

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride offside chain adjuster loose (6.2.1h)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

both riders footrests loose/worn

Pass 29 Aug 2014

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 24,093 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 22,742 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,102 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 22,102 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 22,102 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,795 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

clutch lever broken and sharp

Fail 29 May 2010 18,719 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

clutch lever broken and sharp

Pass 8 Jun 2009 13,291 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,054 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 12,477 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 10,740 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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BU53 FKX is a 2003 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 14,307 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 FKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU53 FKX registered?

BU53 FKX is a 2003 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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