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FY02 KFU

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,234 mi
Last recorded61,234 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 KFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 61,234 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 61,188 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 56,470 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 54,944 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 51,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 51,142 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Jan 2016 31,748 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 16,759 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 15,666 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 15,666 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2013 14,752 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 13,901 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 12,619 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 11,344 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 11,344 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,041 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 10,367 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 9,816 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 8,576 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 8,576 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2007 8,498 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 7,325 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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FY02 KFU is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY02 KFU, 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 FY02 KFU registered?

FY02 KFU is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 9 March 2002.

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