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P988 GPF

1997 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,517 mi
Last recorded41,517 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Carry39,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP988 GPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 41,517 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 41,458 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 41,458 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 41,389 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 41,381 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 41,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2021 41,380 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 13,635 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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P988 GPF is a 1997 Suzuki Carry in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P988 GPF, 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

How do I check the history of P988 GPF?

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What year was P988 GPF registered?

P988 GPF is a 1997 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is P988 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P988 GPF 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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