Suzuki Carry MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Suzuki Carry. Check any Carry by registration number below.

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76.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-11.6%

vs Suzuki Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Suzuki Carry — MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Carry has an average MOT pass rate of 76.9%, which is 11.6 percentage points below the Suzuki brand average of 88.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Carry on the road.

The most common reasons a Suzuki Carry fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, emissions levels exceed default limits. If you are preparing your Carry for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Suzuki Carry, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Suzuki Carry performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 35 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

53k mi

2014

Based on 74 vehicles

97.3%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.4%

Mileage at 10yr

29k mi

2013

Based on 115 vehicles

94.8%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Mileage at 10yr

47k mi

2012

Based on 114 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

6.9%

2011

Based on 37 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

13.0%

2010

Based on 78 vehicles

91.0%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.5%

2009

Based on 55 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.3%

2008

Based on 44 vehicles

81.8%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2007

Based on 45 vehicles

80.0%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

6.1%

2006

Based on 166 vehicles

67.5%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2005

Based on 2,292 vehicles

64.9%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

28.2%

2004

Based on 2,365 vehicles

61.1%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

33.5%

2003

Based on 1,585 vehicles

61.4%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

27.6%

2002

Based on 1,050 vehicles

62.4%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

26.3%

2001

Based on 635 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

29.2%

2000

Based on 443 vehicles

62.8%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

29.0%

1999

Based on 179 vehicles

50.3%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

39.7%

1996

Based on 34 vehicles

79.4%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

16.0%

0

Based on 5,455 vehicles

70.6%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

86k mi

Top MOT Failures — Suzuki Carry

The most common reasons a Suzuki Carry fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

11.2%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.4%

Emissions levels exceed default limits

4.1%

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

3.8%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.6%

Suzuki Carry Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Suzuki Models

Compare MOT reliability across Suzuki models.

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98.0% pass rate

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98.4% pass rate

Suzuki Jimny

80.0% pass rate

Suzuki Dr-z400sm

90.4% pass rate

Suzuki RF

90.5% pass rate

Suzuki Swift

91.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Suzuki Carry

Suzuki Carry — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Suzuki Carry MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Carry?

The average MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Carry is 76.9% compared to the Suzuki average of 88.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Carry?

The most common MOT failures on the Suzuki Carry are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (11.2%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (4.4%), Emissions levels exceed default limits (4.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Suzuki Carry reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 76.9%, the Suzuki Carry is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Suzuki Carry?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Suzuki Carry?

Typical mileage for the Suzuki Carry: 53,472 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Carry to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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