2005 Suzuki Carry 1.3L Petrol · BD05 PCY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the April 2026 test at 101,826 miles. The most recent two years of testing show no recorded defects, suggesting that previous mechanical or structural issues have been addressed or are currently dormant. This recent consistency indicates the vehicle is currently in a reliable state of maintenance. The mileage accumulation reflects a low-use pattern for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,850 miles per year. The data shows steady, incremental usage, such as the 2,464-mile increase between the March 2024 and April 2025 tests. A significant jump occurred between March 2014 and March 2015, where mileage rose by over 20,000 miles, but the subsequent years show much more controlled and predictable driving habits. A buyer must pay close attention to the vehicle's structural integrity due to the corrosion flagged in the March 2024 test. At 96,579 miles, the tester identified corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear upper vehicle structure or chassis near a mounting. While the inspector noted this did not seriously affect security at the time, the tendency for rust in these areas requires a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and mounting points to ensure the corrosion has not progressed. Mechanical attention should also be directed toward the braking system and wheel components. The March 2019 test at 86,865 miles highlighted thin front brake pads and a noisy nearside rear wheel bearing. Although these specific issues were cleared in subsequent tests, they indicate typical wear patterns for a vehicle of this age. Checking the current condition of the brake discs, pads, and wheel bearings remains a necessary step during a physical appraisal.