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LF53 DCV

2003 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

39,048 mi
Last recorded39,048 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF60015,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 39,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 22 Apr 2023 38,890 miles

Horn not working horn is missing (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2022 38,436 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc out of shape

Pass 17 Aug 2021 35,712 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2020 34,657 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened both front forks badly pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front mudguard bolt missing

Pass 23 May 2018 32,785 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 May 2016 20,227 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 19,593 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 19,128 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 19,103 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 15,461 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 12,605 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 12,605 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 12,489 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 12,489 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,348 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 11,287 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 8,388 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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LF53 DCV is a 2003 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,888 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF53 DCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 DCV registered?

LF53 DCV is a 2003 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 17 December 2003.

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