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WJ52 SYW

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 SYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 31 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023
Pass 27 Jun 2022
Pass 7 Jul 2021
Pass 13 Jun 2019 32,880 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 31,062 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 30,285 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2016 29,225 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 28,375 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 26,791 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 26,791 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 May 2013 26,346 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 26,346 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,113 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 22,600 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 21,400 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 19,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 17,199 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 14,477 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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WJ52 SYW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WJ52 SYW, 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 WJ52 SYW registered?

WJ52 SYW is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 October 2002.

Is WJ52 SYW safe to buy?

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