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R5 LGO

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,292 mi
Last recorded34,292 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 LGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 34,292 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 34,233 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 34,216 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 33,982 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 33,400 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 33,400 miles

Central Front Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 31,894 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 30,764 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 30,764 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 May 2014 29,976 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 May 2013 29,110 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 28,676 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2012 28,676 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 27,534 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 27,534 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,456 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,269 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 25,244 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 22,565 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 20,439 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 18,293 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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R5 LGO is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R5 LGO, 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 R5 LGO registered?

R5 LGO is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is R5 LGO safe to buy?

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