2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 Suzuki Carry MOT pass rate and common faults

173 MOT tests in 2024. 52.6% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

86Well below average
Passed first time52.6%
Failed or needed repairs47.4%
Typical mileage at test88,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 173 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.8%
  2. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits8.7%
  3. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn8.1%
  4. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits8.1%
  5. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits6.4%
  6. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.6%
    11 marked dangerous
  7. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed3.5%
  8. Catalyst emissions: hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits2.9%
  9. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.9%
  10. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.3%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Emissions & leaks36.4%
  2. Suspension27.2%
  3. Lights & electrics16.8%
  4. Body & chassis12.7%
  5. Tyres6.9%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.4%
  7. Brakes5.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags1.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded18.5%
  2. Non-component advisories: Play in steering rack inner joint(s)13.3%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.1%
  4. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.8%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Suzuki Carry?

In 2024, 52.6% of 2000 Suzuki Carry cars passed their MOT first time, across 173 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Suzuki Carry?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn. The biggest problem area was emissions & leaks.

Is the 2000 Suzuki Carry reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 86, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).