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R179 JWV

1998 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,574 mi
Last recorded89,574 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Super Carry54,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR179 JWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2009 89,574 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 86,252 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 86,252 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 81,740 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Dec 2007 81,740 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 77,473 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 77,473 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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R179 JWV is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Super Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 54,261 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R179 JWV, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Super Carry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R179 JWV registered?

R179 JWV is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R179 JWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R179 JWV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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