CarVerify

Free Car Check

P498 LYC

1997 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

50,496 mi
Last recorded50,496 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Super Carry59,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 LYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2024 50,496 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 49,576 miles

Engine oil sump slightly rusty

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside taillight slightly damaged

Vehicle heavily undersealed making inspection difficult

Fail 6 Sep 2022 49,548 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength X2 either side of wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis above bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Engine oil sump slightly rusty

Exhaust minor leak

Vehicle heavily under sealed making inspection difficult

Pass 10 Sep 2021 48,366 miles

Vehicle undersealed making inspection difficult

Fail 10 Sep 2021 48,366 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Vehicle undersealed making inspection difficult

Pass 16 Sep 2020 44,109 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 39,941 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 39,657 miles

Emissions not tested excessive on co level and lambda (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle is heavily under sealed

Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,975 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 32,372 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 32,372 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 27,227 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 25,718 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 25,718 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,678 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 12,588 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 5,291 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 5,262 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 97,941 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 89,319 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 81,310 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 74,276 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007
Pass 1 Apr 2006 61,288 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
Full Suzuki Super Carry reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P498 LYC is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 P498 LYC, 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

How do I check the history of P498 LYC?

You can check the full history of P498 LYC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P498 LYC registered?

P498 LYC is a 1997 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P498 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P498 LYC shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P498 LYC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P498 LYC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.