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R486 PTH

1998 Suzuki Super Carry

Blue Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,346 mi
Last recorded11,346 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Super Carry54,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 PTH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2011 11,346 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 11,343 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 7,987 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 50,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 49,652 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 1,850 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 1,816 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 97,650 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 91,747 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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R486 PTH is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R486 PTH, 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

How do I check the history of R486 PTH?

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What year was R486 PTH registered?

R486 PTH is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R486 PTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R486 PTH shows 9 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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