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FM02 NHU

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,733 mi
Last recorded57,733 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 NHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 57,733 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 56,178 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2024 56,178 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 51,720 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 46,685 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 46,685 miles

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 46,123 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 46,123 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 43,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 41,462 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 41,462 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 37,327 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 36,424 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 35,066 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 33,936 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,668 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,313 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,797 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,362 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 25,033 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,781 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 18,104 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2006 14,303 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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FM02 NHU 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 FM02 NHU, 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 FM02 NHU registered?

FM02 NHU is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 9 August 2002.

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The MOT history for FM02 NHU 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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