Suzuki Carry reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Suzuki Carry is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 94 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 302 of 442, and 42.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is component mounting prescribed areas (8.5% of tests).
Ranked 302 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 2,493 Suzuki Carrys aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 42.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Suzuki Carry is 6% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
42.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
4,600
Typical age at test: 19 years
Suzuki Carry MOT failure rate by age
Most common Suzuki Carry MOT faults
- Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength8.5% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn6.3% of tests
- Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction6.3% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working5.2% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm4.5% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.7% of tests
What the Suzuki Carry fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 18.8% | About average |
| Suspension | 18.6% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 12.3% | ▲ 1.9× as often |
| Body and structure | 10.4% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Brakes | 9.5% | ▼ 20% less often |
| Visibility | 7.4% | About average |
| Tyres | 6.5% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 2.7% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Steering | 1.2% | ▼ 66% less often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | ▼ 58% less often |
How much is road tax on a Suzuki Carry?
Any Suzuki Carry first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates).
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Suzuki Carry reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Suzuki Carry is 6% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 94 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Suzuki Carry?
The most common MOT fault is “Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength”, found in 8.5% of tests. It fails on exhaust and emissions and body and structure more often than similar cars.
›How much is road tax on a Suzuki Carry?
Any Suzuki Carry first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates).
›How many Suzuki Carrys fail their MOT?
42.9% of Suzuki Carrys aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Suzuki Carry combined (Open Government Licence v3.0). How we calculate the league.