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R431 FCV

1998 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

90,641 mi
Last recorded90,641 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Super Carry54,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 FCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 90,641 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2015 78,348 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 61,699 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 60,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 60,233 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 57,455 miles

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2012 57,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 52,962 miles

Centre steering idler has slight play

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight corrosion to front stabilizer bar prescribed area O/S and N/S

Pass 24 Feb 2010 49,197 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 49,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 44,667 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 44,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 40,003 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 40,003 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 35,357 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 35,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

water ingress on rear number plate

Pass 15 Feb 2006 31,413 miles

All steel brake pipes slight surface corrosion

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R431 FCV is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 R431 FCV, 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 R431 FCV registered?

R431 FCV is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R431 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 FCV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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