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C48 RNJ

1986 Suzuki Super Carry

Green Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

75,812 mi
Last recorded75,812 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Suzuki Super Carry65,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC48 RNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 75,812 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 75,085 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s below bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 74,191 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s below bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 73,208 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 70,243 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,250 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 67,676 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 65,031 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 62,095 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 59,204 miles

Offside Rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2016 59,197 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2015 56,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 55,811 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 55,811 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 53,761 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 53,761 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 50,777 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 50,773 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 48,295 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 48,295 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 May 2010 17,460 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 46,791 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 46,747 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 46,270 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Super Carry?

Based on 38,384 MOT tests across 5,471 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
2,430
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
5,471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 3,406
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,948
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,764
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,317
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,219
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C48 RNJ is a 1986 Suzuki Super Carry in Green with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki Super Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 65,037 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Super Carry fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 3,406 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C48 RNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Super Carry typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Suzuki Super Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C48 RNJ registered?

C48 RNJ is a 1986 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 13 March 1986.

Is C48 RNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C48 RNJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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