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P871 GMD

1996 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,166 mi
Last recorded73,166 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Super Carry61,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP871 GMD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 73,166 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 73,163 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 69,008 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 69,008 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working and lens damaged (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 60,249 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 60,249 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fan belt noisy

Pass 12 Jan 2021 60,218 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 59,053 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 59,052 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 54,320 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 54,320 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 50,126 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 50,126 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 45,451 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 43,882 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 43,882 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)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 43,050 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 43,050 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 42,062 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 40,218 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 38,861 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 37,551 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 37,927 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 36,684 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 34,454 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 34,453 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 31,235 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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P871 GMD is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P871 GMD, 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 P871 GMD registered?

P871 GMD is a 1996 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P871 GMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P871 GMD shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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