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W571 VFP

2000 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

130,515 mi
Last recorded130,515 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Carry71,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW571 VFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 130,515 miles

Check Engine warning lamp on dash

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 122,935 miles

Check Engine light on dash

Under body and Suspension components corroding

Fail 18 Jun 2024 122,770 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Check Engine light on dash

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Under body and Suspension components corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2023 117,138 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Underbody and Suspension components corroding

signs of oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2022 109,367 miles

front bumper damage

front gril missing

oil leak

slight tyre perished all around

suspension component corroded

under body corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2021 99,115 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EADGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EADGE (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 99,111 miles

Boot lid component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill outer front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Loading door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed in the case of a sliding door (6.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Loading door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed in the case of a sliding door (6.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill outer front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front seat belt reworked original webbing

gear box oil leak

oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 21 May 2019 85,253 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underbody corroded

Fail 7 May 2019 85,229 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NS + OS inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underbody corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2018 83,252 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 83,252 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 80,886 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 19 Apr 2017 80,880 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor / wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 14 Jan 2016 71,713 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 71,709 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 59,661 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 59,601 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 57,579 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 57,568 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 53,736 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 50,383 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 46,126 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 42,565 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 38,823 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2007 38,823 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 30,972 miles

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

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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W571 VFP is a 2000 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,052 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 W571 VFP, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Carry is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W571 VFP registered?

W571 VFP is a 2000 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W571 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W571 VFP shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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