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Suzuki GSF1200

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,157 cc

S53 EWUMOT history

S53 EWU is a black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 14 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 3,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2026
Mileage
3,125 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 EWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2026
Latest MOT test
31 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 EWU was last recorded at 3,125 miles on 31 May 2025, 324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2006: 17,159 miles, lower than 17,179 miles on 19 Apr 2006.
  • 5 Mar 2022: 2,111 miles, lower than 44,749 miles on 7 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
2,801 miles · 18 May 2024
Between the last two tests
324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 3,125 miles
  • 2024 – 2,801 miles
  • 2022 – 2,111 miles
  • 2014 – 44,749 miles
  • 2013 – 42,959 miles
  • 2012 – 40,750 miles
  • 2010 – 37,090 miles
  • 2009 – 36,229 miles
  • 2008 – 34,118 miles
  • 2007 – 26,158 miles
  • 2006 – 17,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,125 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Exhaust slightly loose Silencer mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,125 miles (+324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    3,125 miles
    Test number
    534811652328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Exhaust slightly loose Silencer mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass2,801 miles (+690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    2,801 miles
    Test number
    459171794940
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

  3. Pass2,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    2,111 miles
    Test number
    394814095399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    717788326971
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    804610999529
    • AdvisoryLoud exhaust

  6. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    950054930087
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLoud exhaust

  7. Pass44,749 miles (+1,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,749 miles
    Test number
    868518884167
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  8. Pass42,959 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,959 miles
    Test number
    289281023416
    • NoteN/s/r indicator has temp repair

  9. Fail42,959 miles (+2,209)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,959 miles
    Test number
    767051823144
    • FailureFront Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Pass40,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,750 miles
    Test number
    526758782091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,750 miles (+3,660)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,750 miles
    Test number
    997758882069
    • Repaired at testFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  12. Pass37,090 miles (+861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    273142360406
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  13. Pass36,229 miles (+2,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,229 miles
    Test number
    862571939101
    • NoteMirror mounted indicators have poor illumination

  14. Pass34,118 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,118 miles
    Test number
    344290318110
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • NoteOffside front engine mounting bolt missing

  15. Fail34,112 miles (+7,954)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,112 miles
    Test number
    703769308120
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
    • NoteOffside front engine mounting bolt missing

  16. Pass26,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,158 miles
    Test number
    594188507117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,155 miles (+8,996)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,155 miles
    Test number
    732968107142
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass17,159 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,159 miles
    Test number
    362640516135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,179 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,179 miles
    Test number
    652069906131
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about S53 EWU

Does S53 EWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 EWU expired on 30 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 EWU?
The MOT on S53 EWU expired on 30 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 EWU done?
S53 EWU was recorded at 3,125 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2025.
Has S53 EWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 EWU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on S53 EWU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Apr 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S53 EWU find?
S53 EWU passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside rear upper exhaust slightly loose silencer mount missing.

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