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P452 GPE

1997 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,157 mi
Last recorded10,157 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Carry39,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP452 GPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 10,157 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 10,154 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 9,048 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2023 8,402 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 7,202 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Carry?

Based on 253,987 MOT tests across 16,746 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
16,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,614
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 7,533
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,124
Stop lamp not working 5,596
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,014
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P452 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Carry in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 39,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Carry fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P452 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Carry typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P452 GPE registered?

P452 GPE is a 1997 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is P452 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P452 GPE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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