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BD02 JOV

2002 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,449 mi
Last recorded29,449 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki GSF120018,961 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 JOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 29,449 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 29,449 miles

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

Horn not working temporary horn fitted at time of test (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,017 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 29,017 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

stand bolt missing

Pass 5 Aug 2023 28,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 24,866 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,082 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 22,192 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,137 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 19,979 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2018 19,979 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 19,786 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 19,725 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 19,489 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 19,158 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 18,910 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 18,651 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 18,651 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2010 18,650 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 17,559 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,623 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 14,623 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 10,732 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 10,729 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 May 2006 7,288 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 7,248 miles

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

Front brake starting to bind.

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

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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BD02 JOV is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BD02 JOV, 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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BD02 JOV is a 2002 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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