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DS02 ECW

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

13,638 mi
Last recorded13,638 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 ECW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 13,638 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 13,637 miles

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

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Brake caliper brace/bar bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 13,606 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 12,804 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 48,107 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 46,834 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both fork leg (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded main frame slightly (6.1.1a)

front brakes slightly binding

Fail 4 Nov 2016 46,834 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both fork seals lecking (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. lower rear shock mount (2.4.A.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly dose not return (6.2.1f)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded main frame slightly (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 46,742 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2015 45,348 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2015 45,348 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 43,832 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 2 May 2013 41,344 miles

Footrest rubbers worn

Fail 30 Apr 2013 41,341 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 38,516 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,780 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 31,747 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 31,747 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 27,140 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 21,370 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 21,370 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2008 19,775 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2007 15,196 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 12,315 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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DS02 ECW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,961 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 GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS02 ECW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DS02 ECW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 July 2002.

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