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DS02 PBV

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

23,874 mi
Last recorded23,874 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 PBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 23,874 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 22,644 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 22,224 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 22,224 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 22,088 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 21,051 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 17,271 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 15,383 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 9,946 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 9,946 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 9,786 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 9,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2017 9,676 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 9,676 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,374 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 8,561 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 8,561 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 8,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2010 7,987 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 7,768 miles

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

please note this bike is fitted with an after market silencer

Pass 15 Nov 2007 7,315 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 6,078 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 PBV is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PBV, 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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What year was DS02 PBV registered?

DS02 PBV is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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The MOT history for DS02 PBV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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