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K827 BRJ

1993 Suzuki Katana

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,542 mi
Last recorded34,542 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Katana26,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK827 BRJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 34,542 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 34,542 miles

Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 32,436 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2013 32,436 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 29,245 miles

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

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 29,198 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,286 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,126 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 24,824 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 20,621 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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K827 BRJ is a 1993 Suzuki Katana in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 26,291 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 Katana fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K827 BRJ, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K827 BRJ registered?

K827 BRJ is a 1993 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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