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FN52 YBM

2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

27,018 mi
Last recorded27,018 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 YBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 27,018 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 26,778 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 26,549 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 26,060 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 25,348 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 24,725 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 24,725 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 23,743 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 22,885 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 21,896 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,552 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 18,738 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 173,054 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,628 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 14,198 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 14,198 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,031 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 10,092 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,718 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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FN52 YBM is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 17,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN52 YBM, 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 23 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 FN52 YBM registered?

FN52 YBM is a 2003 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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