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SM12 MZE

2012 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,790 mi
Last recorded61,790 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL210,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 MZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RL2
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 61,790 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 61,790 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 60,905 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 60,549 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2022 60,549 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2021 60,513 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 59,650 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 54,525 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 54,525 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 45,621 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 32,350 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 19,754 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 4,583 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 4,574 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2?

Based on 1,100 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
838
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 2
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SM12 MZE is a 2012 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2 in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 10,370 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 1300 RL2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 MZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM12 MZE registered?

SM12 MZE is a 2012 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RL2, first registered on 21 June 2012.

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