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RV02 VKN

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 VKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2025

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel fitted incorrectly

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Nov 2020

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil cooler guard is slight insecure.

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Handlebar slightly corroded Handlebars have surface corrosion (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Oil cooler pipes have surface corrosion.

Nearside Front Inner Oil cooler pipes have surface corrosion.

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Lower Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust lower mount bracket missing. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Torsion arm has surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 36,201 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbins have slight play (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 36,188 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 35,121 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 33,363 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded brake pads (3.1.5)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 30,715 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 30,715 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 30,547 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 30,223 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 27,153 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 26,361 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,352 miles

front right brake disc in poor condition

Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2008 19,342 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 19,342 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 14,340 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 7,879 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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

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RV02 VKN is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 RV02 VKN, 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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RV02 VKN is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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