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R996 OUS

1998 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 657cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,884 mi
Last recorded42,884 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Carry55,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR996 OUS
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine657cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2023 42,884 miles

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 30,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 17,922 miles

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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R996 OUS is a 1998 Suzuki Carry in White with a 657cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 55,076 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 R996 OUS, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R996 OUS?

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What year was R996 OUS registered?

R996 OUS is a 1998 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is R996 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R996 OUS shows 3 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.

Does R996 OUS have outstanding finance?

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