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LX53 JWJ

2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,710 mi
Last recorded40,710 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 JWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 40,710 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 40,516 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 39,990 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 39,461 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 38,671 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 38,274 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2020 37,205 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 36,109 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,115 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 35,115 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit R/H caliper outer pad much lower than others (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

gear change linkage rod nut loose

Pass 14 May 2016 32,076 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 32,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2015 27,706 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 24,263 miles

Front Lower Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 24,263 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 23,159 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 23,159 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,661 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 18,557 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 15,811 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 14,806 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 14,806 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 13,294 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 12,004 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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LX53 JWJ is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 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 LX53 JWJ, 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 22 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 LX53 JWJ registered?

LX53 JWJ is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 8 January 2004.

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