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RA02 AVU

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,419 mi
Last recorded39,419 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 AVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 39,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 39,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 36,780 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 35,731 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,500 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,949 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 30,235 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 27,672 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 27,672 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,831 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 24,804 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2009 19,684 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,468 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 14,468 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 10,955 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 AVU is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AVU, 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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RA02 AVU is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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