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PJ02 OCL

2002 Suzuki Gsx

Blue Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

48,471 mi
Last recorded48,471 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Gsx24,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 OCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 48,471 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 48,448 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive play on rivets (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements too quiet (7.7 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock touching radiator (2.1.4 (b))

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

Mudguard insecure front mudguard cracked ()

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notched in centre of steering (2.2.2 (f) (i))

swinging arm fouling on exhaust

Pass 6 Nov 2021 44,662 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 40,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 31,460 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 31,454 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 27,667 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 27,667 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 22,949 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 20,546 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 15,534 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 15,486 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 15,486 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,235 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 12,717 miles

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

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

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

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Jan 2007 10,305 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 10,305 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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PJ02 OCL is a 2002 Suzuki Gsx in Blue with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 24,729 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ02 OCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PJ02 OCL is a 2002 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 17 July 2002.

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