MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,669 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?
Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M231 ARE is a 1996 Suzuki Katana in Grey with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1996 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 42,398 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 M231 ARE, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of M231 ARE?
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What year was M231 ARE registered?
M231 ARE is a 1996 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 8 May 1996.
Is M231 ARE safe to buy?
The MOT history for M231 ARE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M231 ARE have outstanding finance?
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