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2002 Suzuki GSX R1000K1 1.0L Petrol · BU02 OPE

BU02 OPE

2002 Suzuki GSX R1000K1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 40,879 miles. MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
SUZUKI GSX R1000K1
Year / Origin
2002 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
40,879 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
988cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness status as of the most recent test on 26 February 2026 at 40,879 miles. Following a failure in March 2023 regarding rear lighting components, including the stop lamp, position lamp, and registration plate lamp, the motorcycle has passed three consecutive inspections without any recorded defects. This indicates that the previous lighting issues were addressed and the current electrical and illumination systems are functioning correctly. The mileage history shows an exceptionally low usage pattern for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,700 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of low activity between 2020 and 2023, where the mileage only increased by roughly 1,250 miles over three years. While the current mileage of 40,879 is low, such infrequent use can sometimes lead to component degradation from sitting, such as perished rubber seals or stale fluids, though the MOT records do not currently indicate any such failures. A prospective buyer should focus on the mechanical components that have shown intermittent issues in the past. The 2021 test flagged a worn lower bush on the rear shock absorber mounting, and the 2018 roller brake test noted fluctuations in brake effort. Although these issues were resolved to pass inspection, a physical check of the rear suspension bushings for play and a thorough assessment of the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding is advisable. The history also shows minor consumable wear, such as the front tyre being near the legal limit in May 2019 and lighting deterioration in 2016. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should inspect the tyres for age-related cracking or flat spots, as rubber can degrade even without significant tread wear. The overall record suggests a well-maintained machine that has undergone necessary repairs to rectify specific electrical and suspension faults.
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BU02 OPE Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
  • 40,879 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BU02 OPE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Jul 2026, 03:33
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Suzuki Gsx R1000K1 (BU02 OPE) between March 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

BU02 OPE Mileage History

  1. 22/03/202340,077 mi
  2. 23/03/202340,077 mi
  3. 24/05/202440,622 mi+545 mi
  4. 26/02/202640,879 mi+257 mi

Average of roughly 273 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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