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A194 WEV

1997 Suzuki Katana

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,453 mi
Last recorded17,453 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Katana17,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA194 WEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 17,453 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 17,365 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 17,211 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 17,096 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 17,076 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,555 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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A194 WEV is a 1997 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A194 WEV, 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 A194 WEV registered?

A194 WEV is a 1997 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 3 February 1997.

Is A194 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A194 WEV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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