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RA02 AOY

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,651 mi
Last recorded17,651 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 AOY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 17,651 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre 1.6mm only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 17,327 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 May 2021 17,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 17,026 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 16,343 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2016 15,774 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 15,774 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,887 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 12,859 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 12,859 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 12,705 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 12,382 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 11,974 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,410 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 7,225 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 7,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 5,146 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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RA02 AOY is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RA02 AOY, 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 RA02 AOY registered?

RA02 AOY is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 July 2002.

Is RA02 AOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA02 AOY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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