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Suzuki Katana

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 750 cc

V81 KPAMOT history

V81 KPA is a black petrol Suzuki Katana first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 62,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
62,707 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 KPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Katana
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
750 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V81 KPA was last recorded at 62,707 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 1,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,805 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,902 miles
Average per year
1,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,707 miles
  • 2024 – 60,805 miles
  • 2023 – 58,742 miles
  • 2022 – 57,875 miles
  • 2021 – 56,676 miles
  • 2020 – 55,477 miles
  • 2019 – 53,190 miles
  • 2018 – 35,712 miles
  • 2017 – 35,688 miles
  • 2014 – 34,561 miles
  • 2013 – 31,854 miles
  • 2012 – 29,034 miles
  • 2010 – 28,656 miles
  • 2007 – 26,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,707 miles
  • DangerousFront ENGINE OIL LEAK
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront TYRE CRACKING

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,707 miles (+1,902)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    62,707 miles
    Test number
    279356363989
    • DangerousFront ENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront TYRE CRACKING

  2. Pass60,805 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    60,805 miles
    Test number
    131679327599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail60,801 miles (+2,059)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,801 miles
    Test number
    802640452616
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass58,742 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    246967677635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,875 miles (+1,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    57,875 miles
    Test number
    654280623185
    • AdvisorySlight travel on front brake lever
    • AdvisoryThrottle sticking not affecting operation

  6. Pass56,676 miles (+1,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    56,676 miles
    Test number
    421576291016
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass55,477 miles (+2,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,477 miles
    Test number
    387787082934
    • AdvisoryFront tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  8. Pass53,190 miles (+17,478)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,190 miles
    Test number
    139698137342
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  9. Pass35,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    35,712 miles
    Test number
    895244978790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,712 miles (+24)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,712 miles
    Test number
    416381992847
    • Repaired at testRoller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  11. Fail35,688 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,688 miles
    Test number
    256891202847
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass35,075 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,075 km
    Test number
    891271764322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,075 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,075 km
    Test number
    936295679136
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

  14. Fail34,561 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    168371294124
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass34,561 miles (+2,707)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    597221294102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,854 miles (+2,820)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,854 miles
    Test number
    709932893163
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront upper suspension on handle bars slight play

  17. Pass29,034 miles (+378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,034 miles
    Test number
    867139182067
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  18. Pass28,656 miles (+2,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,656 miles
    Test number
    923505070184
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  19. Pass26,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,652 miles
    Test number
    471036337031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,652 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,652 miles
    Test number
    814324237046
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • NoteFront brakes starting to bind (borderline ok)

  21. Pass24,625 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,625 km
    Test number
    890766896063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V81 KPA

Does V81 KPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V81 KPA expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V81 KPA?
The MOT on V81 KPA expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V81 KPA done?
V81 KPA was recorded at 62,707 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 1,930 miles a year.
Has V81 KPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 KPA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V81 KPA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V81 KPA find?
V81 KPA passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect and 2 advisories: front engine oil leak; front brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake; front tyre cracking.

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