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MJ53 VGN

2003 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,740 mi
Last recorded63,740 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 63,740 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective small split in blade (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 60,366 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 56,231 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 53,257 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 48,434 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 48,434 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 44,011 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 42,899 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 42,441 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 41,885 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 41,885 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2013 41,413 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,605 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 40,605 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 39,937 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 39,150 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 38,045 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 38,045 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 31,835 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 31,792 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 23,570 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 23,570 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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 VGN is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VGN, 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

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What year was MJ53 VGN registered?

MJ53 VGN is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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The MOT history for MJ53 VGN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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