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P201 KAJ

1997 Suzuki Katana

Red Petrol 99cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,721 mi
Last recorded14,721 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Katana17,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 KAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine99cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,721 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 14,721 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 May 2012 13,158 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 12,333 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 11,869 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 11,869 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,507 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 11,507 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 11,017 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 11,017 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 10,561 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 10,042 miles

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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P201 KAJ is a 1997 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 99cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P201 KAJ, 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 P201 KAJ registered?

P201 KAJ is a 1997 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P201 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P201 KAJ shows 12 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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