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Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 1,298 cc

S18 TEMMOT history

S18 TEM is a purple petrol Suzuki Carry first used on 26 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 48,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
48,970 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 TEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Carry
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 TEM was last recorded at 48,970 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 1,910 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2010: 32,445 miles, lower than 35,835 miles on 16 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,060 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,910 miles
Average per year
1,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,970 miles
  • 2025 – 47,060 miles
  • 2024 – 45,157 miles
  • 2023 – 43,306 miles
  • 2022 – 41,501 miles
  • 2021 – 39,565 miles
  • 2020 – 39,329 miles
  • 2019 – 37,559 miles
  • 2018 – 35,691 miles
  • 2017 – 34,295 miles
  • 2016 – 34,275 miles
  • 2015 – 34,145 miles
  • 2014 – 34,013 miles
  • 2013 – 33,602 miles
  • 2011 – 32,782 miles
  • 2010 – 32,445 miles
  • 2009 – 35,835 miles
  • 2008 – 31,677 miles
  • 2007 – 29,405 miles
  • 2006 – 24,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUpper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Sill jacking points damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Sill jacking points damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust outer shield damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,970 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    48,970 miles
    Test number
    270779693262
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUpper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail48,970 miles (+1,910)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,970 miles
    Test number
    500047645227
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUpper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass47,060 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    47,060 miles
    Test number
    563921692577
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill jacking points damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill jacking points damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust outer shield damaged
  4. Fail47,060 miles (+1,903)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,060 miles
    Test number
    210770915824
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill jacking points damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill jacking points damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust outer shield damaged
  5. Pass45,157 miles (+1,851)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    45,157 miles
    Test number
    433146030228
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass43,306 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    43,306 miles
    Test number
    465069432946
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass41,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,501 miles
    Test number
    317728451824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail41,501 miles (+1,936)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,501 miles
    Test number
    478086752942
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass39,565 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,565 miles
    Test number
    490657424108
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Fail39,564 miles (+235)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,564 miles
    Test number
    410586485515
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass39,329 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,329 miles
    Test number
    171610092081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,559 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,559 miles
    Test number
    289722624097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,691 miles (+1,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    579457908165
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components
  14. Pass34,295 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    34,295 miles
    Test number
    934855723855
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components
  15. Pass34,275 miles (+130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,275 miles
    Test number
    243640533952
    • AdvisoryUnder trays & covers obscuring some components
  16. Pass34,145 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,145 miles
    Test number
    536378065139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail34,145 miles (+132)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,145 miles
    Test number
    387307265117
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass34,013 miles (+411)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    709762314241
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass33,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,602 miles
    Test number
    387793103247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,602 miles (+820)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,602 miles
    Test number
    337553503451
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass32,782 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,782 miles
    Test number
    336587081159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,445 miles (-3,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,445 miles
    Test number
    910596860189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass35,835 miles (+4,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,835 miles
    Test number
    902227669108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass31,677 miles (+2,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,677 miles
    Test number
    723469468133
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Pass29,405 miles (+4,841)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,405 miles
    Test number
    842565767154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,564 miles
    Test number
    361181476117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 TEM

Does S18 TEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 TEM is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 TEM?
The MOT on S18 TEM is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 TEM done?
S18 TEM was recorded at 48,970 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 1,208 miles a year.
Has S18 TEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 TEM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 TEM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S18 TEM find?
S18 TEM passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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