2004 Suzuki Carry · 3,488 MOT tests
2004 Suzuki Carry reliability
2004 Suzuki Carrys fail 46.6% of first MOT tests, 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 Carry years (3,488 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Carrys: 44%)
- 46.6%
- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Carrys: 44%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 13% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- 82,207
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,488
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2004 against the years either side
- 2003 cars: 15% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2004 car does better)
- 2005 cars: 5% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2004 car does worse)
- Weak spot: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 13.4% of tests fail here (106% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: steering, 56% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2004 car carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
Common problems
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Carry
Fail rate by area
- Suspension19%
- Lights and electrics18.7%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks13.4%
- Body, chassis and structure12%
- Brakes10.5%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors8.6%
- Tyres7.3%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 8.54%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 6.19%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 5.99%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 4.82%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Stop lamp not working 4.27%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.1%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Common advisories
Brake pipes corroded and greasy (17.8%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (15.71%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7.22%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (6.28%) · Suspension mounting area showing corrosion (6.16%) · Slight play in steering rack joints (6.02%)
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2004 Suzuki Carry reliable?
2004 Suzuki Carrys fail 46.6% of first MOT tests, 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 3 of 4 Carry years (3,488 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Carry MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (8.54% of tests), engine warning light inoperative or lit (6.19% of tests), suspension ball joint excessively worn (5.99% of tests).
How many miles should a 2004 Suzuki Carry have done?
At its MOT aged about 18, a typical 2004 Suzuki Carry shows 82,207 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2004 car?
A car first registered in 2004 carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
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