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P283 JAL

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,450 mi
Last recorded58,450 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 JAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2007 58,450 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 58,438 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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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P283 JAL is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P283 JAL, 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 P283 JAL?

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What year was P283 JAL registered?

P283 JAL is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P283 JAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 JAL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P283 JAL have outstanding finance?

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