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HX53 GKO

2003 Suzuki VL800

Silver Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,332 mi
Last recorded31,332 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki VL80011,897 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 GKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 31,332 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 31,308 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 28,421 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 25,214 miles

Nearside Rear indicator lamp slightly insecure

Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,312 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 24,312 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 23,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,612 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 21,612 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 21,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 18,836 miles

Rear tyre on legal limits

Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,621 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,129 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,444 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 17,057 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 17,040 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 14,746 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 12,557 miles

front brake pads approx 2mm

Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,150 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,461 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 6,238 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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HX53 GKO is a 2003 Suzuki VL800 in Silver with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 11,897 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 VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 GKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX53 GKO registered?

HX53 GKO is a 2003 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is HX53 GKO safe to buy?

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