2003 Suzuki Carry 1.3L Petrol · KB03 EYW

The 2022 MOT for this 2003 Suzuki Carry passed with a single note about the front outer tyre being worn close to the legal limit. No other defects were recorded, but this is the most recent test, over three years after the last failed MOT in 2020. The vehicle has not undergone an MOT since 2022, which is a significant gap for a 23-year-old vehicle. A recurring pattern of suspension-related issues emerges from the history. Since 2019, both nearside and offside front suspension ball joint dust covers were repeatedly noted as "severely deteriorated" in 2019, 2020 (twice), and 2022. These defects were not resolved in subsequent tests, suggesting either ongoing neglect or unresolved repairs. The 2020 MOT also flagged a failed engine MIL (malfunction indicator light), which could indicate a critical fault in the emissions or engine management system. The trend for suspension defects appears stable but persistent. The same issues were recorded across multiple years without improvement, indicating potential long-term wear or poor maintenance. However, the 2022 MOT did not mention these defects, which may imply they were repaired or overlooked.