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P293 PRF

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

46,018 mi
Last recorded46,018 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 PRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 46,018 miles

underbody corrosion

Fail 7 Mar 2014 46,014 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Feb 2013 44,680 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 43,266 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 41,507 miles

fuel pipe showing corrosion

n/s/front metal brake pipe showing corrosion

underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Feb 2010 39,237 miles

Front crossmember corroded

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

Rear spring seats corroded

Fail 13 Feb 2010 39,237 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front crossmember corroded

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

Rear spring seats corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2009 36,831 miles

o/s/front metal brake pipe showing slight corrosion.

o/s/front wheel bearing slight play.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,723 miles

Engine oil leak

Fail 21 Feb 2008 34,723 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Engine oil leak

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 30,696 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2006 27,208 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 27,208 miles

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

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

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

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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P293 PRF is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P293 PRF, 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 P293 PRF registered?

P293 PRF is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P293 PRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P293 PRF shows 13 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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