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AV02 HCZ

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,465 mi
Last recorded39,465 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV02 HCZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 39,465 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2024 39,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 38,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 37,218 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 28,971 miles

Spongy front brake still operational

Pass 27 May 2017 36,895 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2017 36,895 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 36,612 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 36,321 miles

drive chain slightly tight

n/s foot rest slightly loose

wheel bearings leaking grease slightly

Fail 18 Apr 2015 36,321 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

main beam tele tale illuminating when on dip beam

wheel bearings leaking grease slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2014 34,745 miles

no plate lamp inop.......... rear brake light switch faulty

Fail 23 Jun 2012 33,779 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 33,779 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 28,355 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 25,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,730 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,598 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,067 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 9,501 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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AV02 HCZ is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AV02 HCZ, 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 AV02 HCZ registered?

AV02 HCZ is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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The MOT history for AV02 HCZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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