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BU53 FMF

2003 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,382 mi
Last recorded35,382 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX60014,307 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FMF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 35,382 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 35,114 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 35,113 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested affects front performance on floor test (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 34,816 miles

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened torque arm (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 34,813 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened torque arm (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 34,355 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 33,652 miles

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened torque arm (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 23 Oct 2021 33,652 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened torque arm (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 33,105 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 31,895 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 28,159 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 23,462 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 20,019 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 17,373 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 13,794 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 11,304 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 9,232 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 5,827 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 1,867 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 1,833 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 1,806 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 1,595 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 FMF is a 2003 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FMF, 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 FMF registered?

BU53 FMF is a 2003 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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The MOT history for BU53 FMF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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