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P198 YPE

1996 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,682 mi
Last recorded89,682 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Super Carry61,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 YPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 89,682 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 87,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 87,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 87,138 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 87,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 85,245 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2020 85,245 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 84,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 84,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 83,972 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 83,412 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2016 83,208 miles

Both Front Tyres Perished

Slight Engine Oil Leaks

Pass 17 Aug 2015 82,402 miles

under body repairs

Fail 17 Aug 2015 82,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

under body repairs

Pass 23 Aug 2014 81,082 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 79,025 miles

repairs to under body lined in wood

Fail 19 Aug 2013 79,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

repairs to under body lined in wood

Pass 22 Aug 2012 75,502 miles

van lined in wood

Fail 21 Aug 2012 75,501 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

van lined in wood

Pass 19 Aug 2011 75,868 miles

rear lined in wood

Pass 20 Aug 2010 73,270 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 71,646 miles

auxilary belt perished

front bull bar insurcure

Pass 19 Aug 2008 68,838 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 66,466 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 66,466 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 63,439 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Super Carry?

Based on 38,384 MOT tests across 5,471 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
2,430
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
5,471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 3,406
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,948
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,764
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,317
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,219
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P198 YPE is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Super Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 61,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Super Carry fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 3,406 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P198 YPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Super Carry typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Super Carry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P198 YPE registered?

P198 YPE is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P198 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 YPE shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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