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HWV 38X

1982 Suzuki Katana

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,174 mi
Last recorded40,174 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 1982 Suzuki Katana38,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWV 38X
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 40,174 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 40,145 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2011 38,705 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 38,524 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 38,509 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

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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HWV 38X is a 1982 Suzuki Katana in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HWV 38X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HWV 38X registered?

HWV 38X is a 1982 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HWV 38X safe to buy?

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