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W599 SMR

2000 Suzuki Katana

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,938 mi
Last recorded16,938 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Katana14,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW599 SMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 16,938 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front fairing and front and rear mud gards cracked

Pass 31 Jan 2012 16,734 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 14,866 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,801 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 13,801 miles

Rear 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))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,695 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2007 11,218 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 11,218 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 9,678 miles

nail in rear tyre.

How Reliable is the Suzuki Katana?

Based on 1,583 MOT tests across 290 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
439
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
290
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
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W599 SMR is a 2000 Suzuki Katana in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W599 SMR, 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 W599 SMR registered?

W599 SMR is a 2000 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W599 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W599 SMR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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