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K849 LMY

1993 Suzuki Katana

Silver Petrol 390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

55,825 mi
Last recorded55,825 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Katana26,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK849 LMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 55,825 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 55,791 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 55,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front brakes need cleaning

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 55,480 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 55,427 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 55,244 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 54,957 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,368 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,765 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 48,200 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,139 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 39,695 miles

exhaust marked mercury race exhaust customer maintains race is modle type

Pass 27 Apr 2007 35,358 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 31,749 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 31,721 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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K849 LMY is a 1993 Suzuki Katana in Silver with a 390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 K849 LMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K849 LMY registered?

K849 LMY is a 1993 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K849 LMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K849 LMY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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