CarVerify

Free Car Check

R587 SST

1998 Suzuki Supercarry

Blue Petrol 970cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

93,697 mi
Last recorded93,697 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Supercarry60,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR587 SST
MakeSuzuki
ModelSupercarry
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine970cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2008 93,697 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside front wheelarch corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2008 99,554 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 85,919 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 85,914 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 80,268 miles

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
Full Suzuki Supercarry reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R587 SST is a 1998 Suzuki Supercarry in Blue with a 970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Supercarry models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 60,779 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 R587 SST, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Supercarry is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R587 SST?

You can check the full history of R587 SST by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R587 SST registered?

R587 SST is a 1998 Suzuki Supercarry, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R587 SST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R587 SST shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R587 SST have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R587 SST. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.