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PJ53 AXY

2003 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,071 mi
Last recorded134,071 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 AXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2021 134,071 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 119,410 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 119,408 miles

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

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by load sensing valve corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn anti roll bar D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak shock leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear by load sensing valve and by rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted flexi insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 109,123 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2014 109,166 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

drivers door catches front wing when opend

engine light on

Pass 22 Feb 2013 86,837 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 86,830 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 75,246 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 66,164 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 56,934 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 54,569 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 44,021 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 33,009 miles

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

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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PJ53 AXY is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 60,109 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 PJ53 AXY, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PJ53 AXY is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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