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YM53 PVN

2003 Suzuki Carry

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

63,150 mi
Last recorded63,150 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Carry60,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 PVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelCarry
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2018 63,150 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2017 57,488 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 57,486 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 50,648 miles

Both outer sils starting to corrode..

Both wipers starting to split at ends but still clear screen .

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2016 50,601 miles

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

Both outer sils starting to corrode..

Both wipers starting to split at ends but still clear screen .

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Nov 2015 43,039 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

both outer sills coroding

Fail 10 Nov 2015 43,038 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated n/s front (2.5.A.2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened o/s front (3.5.1i)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s front (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

both outer sills coroding

Pass 18 Nov 2014 35,322 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 28,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,353 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 98,832 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 18 Nov 2010 17,080 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 14,227 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,227 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 9,975 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 5,617 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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YM53 PVN is a 2003 Suzuki Carry in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 YM53 PVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM53 PVN registered?

YM53 PVN is a 2003 Suzuki Carry, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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The MOT history for YM53 PVN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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