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P496 BPJ

1996 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,348 mi
Last recorded40,348 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Super Carry61,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP496 BPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,348 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 34,058 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 32,506 miles

o/s/f o/s/r n/s/r tyres have small cracks in sidewalls

Fail 30 Mar 2009 32,503 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

o/s/f o/s/r n/s/r tyres have small cracks in sidewalls

Pass 10 Apr 2008 31,146 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 31,146 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

main front steering swivel bush worn or needs adjusting

Pass 3 Apr 2007 30,330 miles

nearside rear tyre worn

slight exhaust leak from down pipe

Pass 4 Apr 2006 29,124 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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P496 BPJ is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P496 BPJ, 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

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What year was P496 BPJ registered?

P496 BPJ is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 19 October 1996.

Is P496 BPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P496 BPJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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