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MJ53 VGK

2003 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,150 mi
Last recorded106,150 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ53 VGK
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 106,150 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody both sides, covered in underseal both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 105,526 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 105,526 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 104,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 104,486 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded badly holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail next to fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded badly holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 101,481 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 101,481 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 96,510 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 93,117 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 89,270 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 89,270 miles

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 83,550 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 77,391 miles

all 4 tyres cracking on tread

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2016 71,326 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 65,899 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 60,870 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 55,639 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 55,639 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 50,437 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 44,578 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 39,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 34,034 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 28,256 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,392 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 17,234 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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MJ53 VGK is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ53 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJ53 VGK registered?

MJ53 VGK is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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