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LV02 VWL

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 VWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023
Pass 10 Mar 2022
Fail 10 Mar 2022

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,320 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 11,803 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 11,800 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,740 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 12,740 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 11,340 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2010
Pass 20 Jun 2009 11,060 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 7,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,531 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,531 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 6,023 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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LV02 VWL is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LV02 VWL, 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 LV02 VWL registered?

LV02 VWL is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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The MOT history for LV02 VWL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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