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R226 HBA

1997 Suzuki Supercarry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,030 mi
Last recorded28,030 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Supercarry65,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 HBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSupercarry
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2008 28,030 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

advice only steering anti theft lock housing is fractured

Pass 21 Jul 2008 28,030 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

advice only steering anti theft lock housing is fractured

Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,617 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 23,617 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006
Fail 20 Jul 2006 21,006 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Supercarry?

Based on 3,661 MOT tests across 822 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
4,296
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
822
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 495
Brake pipe excessively corroded 478
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 268
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 246
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 196
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R226 HBA is a 1997 Suzuki Supercarry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Supercarry models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 65,868 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 Supercarry fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 495 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R226 HBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Supercarry typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Supercarry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R226 HBA registered?

R226 HBA is a 1997 Suzuki Supercarry, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R226 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 HBA shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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