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GV53 TZU

2003 Suzuki Carry

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

111,675 mi
Last recorded111,675 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 TZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 111,675 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 110,083 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 106,535 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides have weak images (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 106,480 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides have weak images (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 102,909 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 99,709 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 99,703 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 93,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four , offside rear very marginal. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 90,860 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 89,486 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 87,565 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 83,809 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 79,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside front sill distorted

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,168 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 21 Jan 2013 70,657 miles

OSF tyre worn heavily on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 65,740 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 60,671 miles

nearside front sill damaged

surface perishing to offside rear and nearside rear tyres

Pass 22 Jan 2010 54,687 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 48,599 miles

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,660 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 33,979 miles

Oil leak

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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GV53 TZU is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 60,109 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 GV53 TZU, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV53 TZU?

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What year was GV53 TZU registered?

GV53 TZU is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is GV53 TZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 TZU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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