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P296 OUM

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,561 mi
Last recorded89,561 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP296 OUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 89,561 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 67,937 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 67,927 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 89,849 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 89,841 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 83,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 80,833 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 76,924 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 72,754 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 68,111 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 68,111 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 62,440 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 56,979 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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P296 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P296 OUM, 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

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What year was P296 OUM registered?

P296 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P296 OUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P296 OUM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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