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R264 KDS

1997 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,244 mi
Last recorded58,244 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Carry39,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR264 KDS
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 58,244 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip In Windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 50,697 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 50,697 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 43,553 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 43,553 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 40,826 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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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R264 KDS is a 1997 Suzuki Carry in White with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R264 KDS, 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.

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What year was R264 KDS registered?

R264 KDS is a 1997 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R264 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R264 KDS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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