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YJ54 SWX

2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

50,644 mi
Last recorded50,644 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z17,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 SWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R-Z
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 50,644 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 50,047 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 50,043 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2022 46,342 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 43,897 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 39,139 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 32,297 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 27,670 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 27,670 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 22,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 19,213 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 19,179 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,679 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 14,899 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 10,583 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 7,504 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 7,378 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 7,146 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2008 6,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,860 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 5,860 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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YJ54 SWX is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YJ54 SWX, 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 YJ54 SWX registered?

YJ54 SWX is a 2004 Suzuki GSX1300R-Z, first registered on 18 October 2004.

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