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OIL 8973

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,401 mi
Last recorded26,401 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 8973
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 26,401 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 25,350 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2022 24,578 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 23,945 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 22,988 miles

non std exhaust

Pass 9 Mar 2019 20,724 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,645 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 12,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 12,194 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 May 2012 11,603 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 10,347 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,243 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 8,641 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,468 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

one rear lamp bulb inoperative

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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OIL 8973 is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OIL 8973, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OIL 8973 registered?

OIL 8973 is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 April 2002.

Is OIL 8973 safe to buy?

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