Suzuki Supercarry Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Supercarry car check
Is the Suzuki Supercarry reliable? We analysed 3,661 real MOT tests across 822 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Supercarry is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, brake pipe excessively corroded and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Supercarry.
Suzuki Supercarry Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Supercarry. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Supercarry MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Supercarry to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Supercarry Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Supercarry fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Supercarry Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Supercarry owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Supercarry MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Supercarry year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 629 | 64.4% | 41,448 | 60,779 | 78,582 |
| 1997 | 900 | 61.7% | 50,896 | 65,868 | 80,554 |
| 1996 | 879 | 61.5% | 39,083 | 62,509 | 78,966 |
| 1995 | 842 | 61.8% | 41,572 | 69,277 | 83,800 |
| 1994 | 120 | 61.7% | 44,011 | 65,684 | 86,908 |
| 1988 | 68 | 58.8% | 16,504 | 78,548 | 87,943 |
| 1987 | 136 | 64.0% | 25,214 | 49,206 | 73,766 |
| 1986 | 50 | 66.0% | 16,962 | 55,209 | 60,391 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Supercarry Last?
Based on 822 Suzuki Supercarry vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Supercarry Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Supercarry MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Supercarry
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
58.8% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Supercarry is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.0% across 50 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Supercarry Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Supercarry THIS CAR | 62.3% | 3,661 | 64,315 mi | 40 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Ford Mondeo St-line HEV Auto | 87.9% | 1,660 | 35,206 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Supercarry trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki SupercarryShould you buy a used Suzuki Supercarry?
The Suzuki Supercarry has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.3% across 3,661 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Supercarry are fog lamp not working (495 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (478), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (268). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Supercarry owner drives around 4,296 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Supercarry models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.