MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,037 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Nail in rear tyre
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?
Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.
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R161 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 17,540 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 R161 JHR, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R161 JHR registered?
R161 JHR is a 1997 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R161 JHR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R161 JHR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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