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J4 FNL

2004 Suzuki GSXR1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

41,343 mi
Last recorded41,343 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSXR100015,861 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 FNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 41,343 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 39,500 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 39,344 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,226 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 39,139 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 28 May 2022 37,921 miles

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

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 34,860 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 33,274 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 33,274 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 30,620 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 30,620 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 25,531 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 24,038 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 21,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 21,343 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 20,560 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 20,560 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,570 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 13,991 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 13,248 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 12,072 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 9,607 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 7,657 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1000?

Based on 116,687 MOT tests across 10,071 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
10,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,205
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,144
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 540
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 493
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 370
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J4 FNL is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 15,861 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 GSXR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J4 FNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J4 FNL registered?

J4 FNL is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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