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V813 DVN

1999 Suzuki Katana

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,860 mi
Last recorded9,860 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Katana11,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV813 DVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelKatana
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2012 9,860 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 9,860 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Feb 2010 8,351 miles

Offside Outer Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2008 6,804 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 7,103 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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V813 DVN is a 1999 Suzuki Katana in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Katana models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 11,128 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 V813 DVN, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Katana is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V813 DVN registered?

V813 DVN is a 1999 Suzuki Katana, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V813 DVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V813 DVN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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