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FP51 VGK

2001 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

57,950 mi
Last recorded57,950 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Carry66,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 VGK
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 57,950 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

engine light on

off side top stutt mount slight play

Fail 15 Sep 2025 57,924 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

engine light on

off side top stutt mount slight play

Pass 16 Sep 2024 54,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 51,537 miles

both front outer sill panels damaged

eml light on

general underbody corrosion

slight corrosion to both front upper strut mountings

Pass 8 Sep 2022 48,047 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Wheel (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 47,996 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Wheel (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under bonnet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 44,736 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 42,718 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 40,726 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 38,740 miles

ECU lamp staying on

both front sill lips dented

both rear brake pipes starting to rust

Pass 19 May 2017 35,032 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 35,032 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported system in poor condition (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 32,209 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 32,209 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 32,195 miles

MIL on

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

wiper blades smear

Fail 14 Jul 2015 32,195 miles

MIL on

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

wiper blades smear

Pass 15 Jul 2014 31,108 miles

MIL iluminated

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,410 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust back box cassing corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2009 30,144 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 29,738 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 29,018 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

osnsf steering arms has slight play

Pass 15 Dec 2005 25,254 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Carry?

Based on 253,987 MOT tests across 16,746 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
16,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,614
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 7,533
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,124
Stop lamp not working 5,596
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,014
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FP51 VGK is a 2001 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 66,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Carry fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP51 VGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Carry typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP51 VGK registered?

FP51 VGK is a 2001 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 3 November 2001.

Is FP51 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 VGK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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