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MCZ 8212

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,473 mi
Last recorded21,473 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCZ 8212
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 21,473 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 21,473 miles

Offside Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2014 21,231 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 20,950 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 20,913 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 20,349 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,099 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 14,665 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2009 14,646 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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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MCZ 8212 is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MCZ 8212, 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 MCZ 8212 registered?

MCZ 8212 is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is MCZ 8212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCZ 8212 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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