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T503 CLM

1999 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

88,197 mi
Last recorded88,197 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Carry71,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT503 CLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 88,197 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 87,143 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 85,689 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 85,689 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 83,523 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 80,267 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 78,135 miles

HEADLAMP IMAGES POOR, POLISH IS ADVISED

Pass 29 Jan 2020 77,910 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 77,909 miles

Headlamp aim not tested BOTH (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NO IMAGES (4.1.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/S/R OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AUXILIARY BELT SLIPPING

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT OUTER O/S 2mm >> NEW REQUIRED ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

WIPERS SPLITTING >> NEW ADVISED

Pass 7 Jan 2019 77,491 miles

Tailgate dampers are weak

Fail 7 Jan 2019 77,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Tailgate dampers are weak

Pass 18 Jan 2018 76,382 miles

Both headlamp images getting unclear

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both side front (2.5.A.1c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2017 75,552 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/R INNER CHASSIS (2.4.A.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER FRONT >>> WHEEL OFF CHECK ADVISED (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT 2.5mm >>> NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 74,091 miles

Both headlamp lens deteriorated and starting to affect beam image and light output

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both side front (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front and nearside front tyre valves starting to perish

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 72,316 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2015 72,316 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2014 70,754 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2014 70,752 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 69,126 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 69,124 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

BATTERY TERMINALS INSECURE

CORROSION/HOLED N/S INNER ARCH AREA > RECOMMEND WELDING ASAP

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 67,803 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 67,803 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 66,229 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 66,227 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 64,343 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 62,058 miles

CAMBELT NOISE / IDLERS, + ANTIFREEZE LEAKING EVIDENT BELOW WATERPUMP

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 61,075 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 61,075 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2007 59,829 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 59,829 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 57,753 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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T503 CLM is a 1999 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 71,472 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 T503 CLM, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T503 CLM registered?

T503 CLM is a 1999 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 18 August 1999.

Is T503 CLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T503 CLM shows 32 tests with a 65.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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