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P226 SPW

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,834 mi
Last recorded90,834 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP226 SPW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 90,834 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

general under vehicle corrosion

Fail 16 Apr 2018 90,834 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2015 89,621 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 79,091 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 79,091 miles

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

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 68,051 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 64,072 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2012 64,069 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 55,560 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

advise brake pipes have been greased

advise exhaust has been repaired

Fail 27 Oct 2011 55,558 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

advise exhaust has been repaired

Pass 26 Oct 2010 47,365 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 38,950 miles

FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED TWO AREAS

LOWER STEERING COUPLING SURFACE SPLITS. O/S FRONT TYRE SIDEWALL CRACKED.

Fail 14 Oct 2009 38,950 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED TWO AREAS

LOWER STEERING COUPLING SURFACE SPLITS. O/S FRONT TYRE SIDEWALL CRACKED.

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,018 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,075 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 17,427 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT

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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P226 SPW is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 P226 SPW, 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.

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What year was P226 SPW registered?

P226 SPW is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P226 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P226 SPW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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