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P128 GPE

1997 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,507 mi
Last recorded31,507 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Carry39,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 GPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 31,507 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 31,507 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 26,214 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 18,151 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 12,080 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 4,959 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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P128 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Carry in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P128 GPE, 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

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What year was P128 GPE registered?

P128 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P128 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P128 GPE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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