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FJ51 MVW

2001 Suzuki GSX1400

Blue Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,166 mi
Last recorded30,166 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX140019,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 MVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1400
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 30,166 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 29,929 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 29,924 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 29,682 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 27,865 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 27,865 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 26,350 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 25,913 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 25,504 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 24,698 miles

misting on both front forks

Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,047 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 24,047 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2014 23,538 miles

oil misting on front shockers

security of rear brake hose

Pass 11 Oct 2012 22,838 miles

rear tyre 1mm

Pass 8 Oct 2011 21,853 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 20,251 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 20,239 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 20,117 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 18,823 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 17,795 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 1 Sep 2006 15,756 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1400?

Based on 66,306 MOT tests across 4,395 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 700
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 189
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 172
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FJ51 MVW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX1400 in Blue with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 19,273 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 GSX1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ51 MVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ51 MVW registered?

FJ51 MVW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX1400, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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