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BLE 529Y

1982 Suzuki Katana

Red Petrol 1075cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,660 mi
Last recorded64,660 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1982 Suzuki Katana38,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLE 529Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,075cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2024 64,660 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 64,589 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 64,551 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 64,534 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 64,454 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 64,395 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 63,942 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 63,256 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 60,600 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 58,256 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 57,201 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 5,639 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 55,735 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 55,026 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 53,551 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 51,437 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 47,921 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 46,224 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 45,453 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?

Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
439
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
290
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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BLE 529Y is a 1982 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 1,075cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 38,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Katana fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLE 529Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Katana typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki Katana is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLE 529Y registered?

BLE 529Y is a 1982 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 13 August 1982.

Is BLE 529Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLE 529Y shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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