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P451 RUU

1996 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,582 mi
Last recorded29,582 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Super Carry61,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 RUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 29,582 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 29,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 28,508 miles

Central Front slight play in idler

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 28,507 miles

steering idler play

Pass 27 Oct 2021 28,487 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 28,467 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 27,819 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 27,437 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 26,919 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 25,263 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 25,263 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 23,677 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 22,414 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 21,446 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 20,464 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 19,803 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 19,803 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 19,323 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 19,323 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 18,651 miles

Centre Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,365 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,365 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 16,606 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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P451 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Super Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 61,105 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 P451 RUU, 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 30 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 P451 RUU?

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What year was P451 RUU registered?

P451 RUU is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P451 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P451 RUU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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