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GV05 XVD

2005 Suzuki Carry

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

74,698 mi
Last recorded74,698 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Carry58,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 74,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 70,005 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 70,005 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 64,485 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever travel

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Mar 2022 59,546 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 51,899 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 48,688 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 45,994 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 44,372 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 42,130 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 39,541 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 36,512 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,499 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 29,714 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 25,298 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 25,297 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 20,960 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 17,829 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 13,641 miles

offside front tyre worn close to limit on inner edge

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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GV05 XVD is a 2005 Suzuki Carry in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 58,512 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 GV05 XVD, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Carry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV05 XVD registered?

GV05 XVD is a 2005 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is GV05 XVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 XVD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV05 XVD have outstanding finance?

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