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V53 DLF

1999 Suzuki GSX1300R

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,275 mi
Last recorded33,275 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R23,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV53 DLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 33,275 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 33,116 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 31,947 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 31,299 miles

After market exhaust fitted, slightly loud

Fail 27 Jul 2022 31,299 miles

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

After market exhaust fitted, slightly loud

Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,976 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 30,906 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 29,712 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 28,762 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 28,762 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 27,860 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 27,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 26,475 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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V53 DLF is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,210 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V53 DLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V53 DLF registered?

V53 DLF is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V53 DLF safe to buy?

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