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LK53 GLJ

2003 Suzuki GZ125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,726 mi
Last recorded35,726 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GZ12511,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 GLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGZ125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 35,726 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2026 35,726 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2025 35,455 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 34,679 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2015 31,483 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 29,955 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 28,135 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 25,777 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 21,362 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 21,314 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

rear wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 12 Nov 2009 13,950 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 13,950 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 7,724 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 7,289 miles

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 6,205 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GZ125?

Based on 38,208 MOT tests across 3,893 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
867
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,031
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 953
Drive chain excessively loose 817
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 714
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 654
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LK53 GLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GZ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 11,017 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 GZ125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,031 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK53 GLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GZ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki GZ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK53 GLJ registered?

LK53 GLJ is a 2003 Suzuki GZ125, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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