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HJ12 LWA

2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,969 mi
Last recorded64,969 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L210,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 LWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 L2
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 64,969 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 63,859 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 63,225 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 58,970 miles

fi engine light is on when engine is running

Fail 5 Jan 2023 58,966 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

fi engine light is on when engine is running

Pass 6 Jan 2022 56,315 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 55,944 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 51,825 miles

engine has small oil leak

Fail 23 Feb 2019 51,825 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine has small oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2018 44,338 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight oil leak coming from left hand side of engine

Pass 25 Feb 2017 35,888 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 29,192 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 29,192 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2015 24,488 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,488 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2?

Based on 1,177 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,134
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2
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HJ12 LWA is a 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 10,607 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 Gsxr 1000 L2 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 LWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HJ12 LWA is a 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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