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FPU 285Y

1982 Suzuki Katana

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,568 mi
Last recorded36,568 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1982 Suzuki Katana38,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPU 285Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 36,568 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 36,511 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight play swingarm bearings

Pass 8 Jun 2018 36,422 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 36,420 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 May 2015 36,249 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 14 May 2015 36,249 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

fuel cap seal perished

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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FPU 285Y is a 1982 Suzuki Katana in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 38,524 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 FPU 285Y, 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 44 years old, this Suzuki Katana is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FPU 285Y registered?

FPU 285Y is a 1982 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 18 October 1982.

Is FPU 285Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPU 285Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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