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X278 VVW

2000 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

91,438 mi
Last recorded91,438 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Carry71,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 VVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 91,438 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 87,662 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 87,662 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 82,374 miles

Rear Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 2 Dec 2016 76,200 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 76,200 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 72,891 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)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 69,868 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 69,868 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 63,121 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 63,121 miles

Offside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 59,933 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 59,933 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2010 56,305 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 56,305 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 51,505 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 47,880 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2008 47,850 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 43,533 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 38,433 miles

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

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)

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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X278 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 X278 VVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X278 VVW registered?

X278 VVW is a 2000 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 15 December 2000.

Is X278 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 VVW shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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