MOT Status
ValidMileage
62,707 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Front TYRE CRACKING
Front ENGINE OIL LEAK
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Slight travel on front brake lever
Throttle sticking not affecting operation
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
slight oil leak
Front tyre perishing
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
oil leak on engine
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front upper suspension on handle bars slight play
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front brakes starting to bind (borderline ok)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?
Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V81 KPA is a 2000 Suzuki Katana in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 V81 KPA, 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 V81 KPA registered?
V81 KPA is a 2000 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 December 2000.
Is V81 KPA safe to buy?
The MOT history for V81 KPA shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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