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J98801

1997 Suzuki Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,989 mi
Last recorded22,989 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Carry39,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ98801
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2017 22,989 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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J98801 is a 1997 Suzuki Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 39,524 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 J98801, 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 29 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 J98801?

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What year was J98801 registered?

J98801 is a 1997 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is J98801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for J98801 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J98801 have outstanding finance?

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