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YP02 APY

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,964 mi
Last recorded13,964 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 APY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 13,964 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 13,230 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Vehicle has modified rear subframe/seat section

restricted MOT due to lighting masked over

Pass 28 Jul 2020 13,094 miles

Clutch and brake levers shortened but does not effect operation. Frame shape changed with different seat unit fitted

Pass 12 May 2017 12,918 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Headlamp slightly discoloured beam image weak (1.2.1)

Rear suspension raised altering steering geometry

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 12 May 2017 12,918 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Headlamp slightly discoloured beam image weak (1.2.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension raised altering steering geometry

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 6 May 2016 12,528 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified seat unit (6.1.1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

near side head light lens cracked

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 20 May 2013 11,392 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 20 May 2013 11,392 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,015 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 9,015 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 8,252 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 6,907 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 4,881 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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YP02 APY is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YP02 APY, 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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YP02 APY is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 8 March 2002.

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