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LX53 LXM

2004 Suzuki GSXR1000

Blue Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

31,992 mi
Last recorded31,992 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSXR100015,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 LXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 31,992 miles

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))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 31,770 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 31,770 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 31,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 31,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 30,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 30,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,028 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 30,028 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 28,360 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 28,360 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 26,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 26,458 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 26,452 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,247 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 26,231 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 26,231 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 26,062 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2014 25,951 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,552 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 22,790 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 20,425 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 16,282 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 13,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 11,853 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 10,957 miles

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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LX53 LXM is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Blue with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 LX53 LXM, 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 LX53 LXM registered?

LX53 LXM is a 2004 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 12 February 2004.

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