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VU02 JVW

2002 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

39,138 mi
Last recorded39,138 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF60017,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 JVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 39,138 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 39,138 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 36,533 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 34,288 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 31,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 30,187 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 30,168 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear rear position light 50% working

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 30,168 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear rear position light 50% working

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 28,015 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 25,371 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 24,351 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 24,351 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,478 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 22,478 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,395 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 21,395 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,883 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 18,156 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 17,735 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 17,735 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 16,390 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,434 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 11,574 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,490 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 6,477 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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VU02 JVW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 17,686 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU02 JVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU02 JVW registered?

VU02 JVW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 March 2002.

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