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R196 SEL

1998 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,253 mi
Last recorded49,253 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Super Carry54,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 SEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 49,253 miles

Corrosion to drivers side footwell

Fail 28 Mar 2013 49,253 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Corrosion to drivers side footwell

Pass 24 Feb 2012 45,816 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 42,889 miles

Service brake efficiency: 55%

Fail 4 Mar 2011 42,868 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 39,696 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 39,696 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 36,484 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 32,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 29,096 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 25,057 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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R196 SEL is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R196 SEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R196 SEL registered?

R196 SEL is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R196 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 SEL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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