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VN03 LZV

2003 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,581 mi
Last recorded164,581 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 LZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 164,581 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 164,611 miles

slight corrosion to both front sills

Pass 8 Jul 2019 164,549 miles

Nearside Front inner sill corroding small hole not structural

Offside Front inner sill corroding

Fail 5 Jul 2019 164,549 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner sill corroding small hole not structural

Offside Front inner sill corroding

Fail 2 Aug 2018 164,398 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated Inner sill area (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Brake valve inadequately mounted Drivers floor area corroded (1.1.7 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Lsv to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Engine management light on

Exhaust rear section outer skin corroded and insecure

Pass 16 Feb 2017 153,771 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 148,370 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 148,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 137,916 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 127,929 miles

oil leaks from; engine, rear axle (pinion oil seal),offside rear hub

Fail 3 Feb 2014 127,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

oil leaks from; engine, rear axle (pinion oil seal),offside rear hub

Pass 6 Sep 2012 117,869 miles

Leaf springs both sides,bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 30 Jun 2011 107,647 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 99,789 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 90,144 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 80,747 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 46,323 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 66,429 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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VN03 LZV is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 60,109 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN03 LZV, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VN03 LZV registered?

VN03 LZV is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is VN03 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 LZV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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