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BU54 RAP

2004 Suzuki GSX1300R

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

55,920 mi
Last recorded55,920 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R16,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 RAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 55,920 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 51,866 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 51,866 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 48,168 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 48,168 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 45,332 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 45,332 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 44,334 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 43,075 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 41,168 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 41,168 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 38,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 37,673 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 35,151 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 31,668 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 26,507 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 26,507 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 23,833 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 23,047 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 20,107 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 15,345 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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BU54 RAP is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,695 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 RAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU54 RAP registered?

BU54 RAP is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 18 September 2004.

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