MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,200 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?
Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L343 XHW is a 1998 Suzuki Katana in Grey with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 25,284 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 L343 XHW, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was L343 XHW registered?
L343 XHW is a 1998 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 23 March 1998.
Is L343 XHW safe to buy?
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