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LO12 VBL

2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,504 mi
Last recorded42,504 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L210,607 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 VBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 L2
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 42,504 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))

Fail 28 Mar 2026 42,504 miles

Front Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

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 7 Nov 2024 24,643 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 22,954 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 14,412 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 13,909 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,703 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 20,611 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 20,611 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick corroded (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 14,274 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 14,274 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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LO12 VBL is a 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LO12 VBL, 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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What year was LO12 VBL registered?

LO12 VBL is a 2012 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 L2, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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