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P228 PNB

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,074 mi
Last recorded51,074 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 PNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 51,074 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 49,221 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 46,708 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is damaged but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is damaged but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 43,560 miles

under body slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2021 43,545 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2020 43,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2019 43,430 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2019 43,421 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting drop sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting drop sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2018 43,307 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 43,171 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 42,475 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 41,935 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 41,935 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 41,730 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 41,395 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 40,106 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 38,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2011 38,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 37,272 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 35,311 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 33,525 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 31,069 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 28,480 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 28,480 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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P228 PNB is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P228 PNB, 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 P228 PNB registered?

P228 PNB is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P228 PNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 PNB shows 24 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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