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Y979 TKJ

2001 Suzuki Carry

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,676 mi
Last recorded56,676 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Carry66,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 TKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 56,676 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 38,816 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 38,815 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 28,985 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 28,979 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 28,976 miles

All brake binding slightly, advise inspection.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2010 28,976 miles

All brake binding slightly, advise inspection.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 28,592 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 27,951 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 25,671 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 25,671 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 18 Oct 2006 25,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 25,095 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 24,077 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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Y979 TKJ is a 2001 Suzuki Carry in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Carry models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 66,572 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 Y979 TKJ, 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 25 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 Y979 TKJ registered?

Y979 TKJ is a 2001 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y979 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y979 TKJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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