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W12 GSX

2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,017 mi
Last recorded37,017 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 GSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 37,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 36,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 36,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 35,284 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 34,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 34,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 34,078 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 32,905 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 32,905 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 31,020 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,552 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 27,883 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2015 27,882 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2013 27,522 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2012 27,005 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 26,329 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 26,325 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 24,931 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,618 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 14,016 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2008 14,016 miles

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 12,283 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 12,283 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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W12 GSX is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 W12 GSX, 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 W12 GSX registered?

W12 GSX is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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