2003 Suzuki Carry 1.3L Petrol · FH03 OPW

The vehicle presents in a concerning state regarding its structural integrity, showing a worsening trend in corrosion management. While the most recent test in March 2022 at 91,588 miles was a pass, the tester flagged rusty inner and outer sills showing signs of corrosion. This follows a critical failure in June 2019 where the vehicle failed structural integrity tests due to corroded outer sills and a nearside rear suspension mounting that significantly reduced the strength of the assembly. The recorded mileage of 91,588 miles is remarkably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in testing data between January 2021 and March 2022, where the vehicle covered only 3,797 miles over fourteen months. This low usage suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods, which often accelerates surface corrosion and the degradation of rubber-based- suspension components, consistent with the recurring rust noted in the sills and underbody. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection specifically targeting the inner sills, floor pan sections, and suspension mounting points. The 2019 failure indicates that structural rot is a known weakness for this chassis, and the 2022 advisory suggests that the process is active rather than resolved. You should also check for seized brake calipers or perished bushings due to the low-mileage profile, and verify that any previous repairs to the structural sills are sound rather than merely cosmetic welding patches.