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R508 JGU

1998 Suzuki Super Carry

White Petrol 970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,132 mi
Last recorded26,132 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Super Carry54,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 JGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSuper Carry
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2025 26,132 miles

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2024 25,746 miles

various underbody corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2023 25,612 miles

various light body corrosion

Fail 1 Apr 2023 25,612 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

various light body corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2022 24,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres 155/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

light body corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,300 miles

surface rust

Pass 15 Apr 2020 23,999 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 23,608 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 23,185 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,668 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 22,173 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,430 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 20,759 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres perished

Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,095 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 19,592 miles

all road tyres perished

Pass 3 Mar 2011 19,408 miles

all road tyres perished

Pass 4 Mar 2010 18,262 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 17,755 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 17,744 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 17,252 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2007 16,894 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,894 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 16,482 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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R508 JGU is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry in White with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R508 JGU, 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 R508 JGU registered?

R508 JGU is a 1998 Suzuki Super Carry, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R508 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 JGU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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