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P104 XCD

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

48,242 mi
Last recorded48,242 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP104 XCD
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2017 48,242 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

fuel pipes corroded

serious oil leaks

Pass 15 Apr 2016 36,744 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 32,908 miles

STRONG ADVISE: engine oil leaks

both front and both rear coil springs corroded

front offside outer c.v. boot seeping grease

radiator deteriorated

rear fuel pipes corroded

rear nearside to front metal brake pipe corroded

rear subframe and suspension arms corroded

Fail 9 Apr 2015 32,900 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STRONG ADVISE: engine oil leaks

both front and both rear coil springs corroded

front offside outer c.v. boot seeping grease

radiator deteriorated

rear fuel pipes corroded

rear nearside to front metal brake pipe corroded

rear subframe and suspension arms corroded

Pass 20 May 2014 29,845 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 29,845 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 28,052 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 26,451 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 24,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 May 2011 24,250 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 23,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2009 23,857 miles

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 23,162 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 23,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 22,458 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 22,448 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 21,158 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 21,142 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Baleno?

Based on 151,824 MOT tests across 19,839 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,268
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
19,839
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,948
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,415
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,660
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,883
position lamp(s) not working 2,980
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P104 XCD is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 79,682 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Baleno fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 8,948 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P104 XCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Baleno typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P104 XCD registered?

P104 XCD is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P104 XCD safe to buy?

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