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B603 BYS

1985 Suzuki Katana

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,530 mi
Last recorded37,530 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB603 BYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 37,530 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 37,251 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 37,063 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 36,656 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 35,815 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 35,808 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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.

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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B603 BYS is a 1985 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B603 BYS, 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 41 years old, this Suzuki Katana is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B603 BYS registered?

B603 BYS is a 1985 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 May 1985.

Is B603 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B603 BYS 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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