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P208 VUY

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,889 mi
Last recorded82,889 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 VUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 82,889 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 82,637 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 76,815 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 76,589 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 May 2008 71,217 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 71,056 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 64,740 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 58,042 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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P208 VUY is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Super Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 59,601 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P208 VUY, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Super Carry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P208 VUY?

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What year was P208 VUY registered?

P208 VUY is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P208 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 VUY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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