MOT Status
ValidMileage
27,753 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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DAYTIME USE ONLY NO LIGHTS AT TIME OF TEST
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust system insecure bolt missing from manifold (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear mudguard (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Rear Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Daytime use only no lights fitted at time of testing
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?
Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V481 PBA is a 2000 Suzuki Katana in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
Across all 2000 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 14,847 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 V481 PBA, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was V481 PBA registered?
V481 PBA is a 2000 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 December 2000.
Is V481 PBA safe to buy?
The MOT history for V481 PBA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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