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HY51 HCH

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

95,125 mi
Last recorded95,125 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 HCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 95,125 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2023 95,125 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Customer brought new brake pads to fit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 90,401 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 87,634 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 87,634 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 85,770 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 80,406 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 66,323 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 55,146 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 51,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 50,723 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,575 miles

Dip Beam Immage poor

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 47,575 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Dip Beam Immage poor

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,626 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 42,391 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 34,056 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 28 May 2011 28,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

brake lever reserve travel

Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,158 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 22,132 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2008 17,525 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 17,514 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 17,328 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 16,987 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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HY51 HCH is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HY51 HCH, 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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HY51 HCH is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 January 2002.

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