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P173 DCN

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,119 mi
Last recorded52,119 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 DCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 52,119 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 52,097 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2006 52,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2005 48,147 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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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P173 DCN is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P173 DCN, 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 P173 DCN registered?

P173 DCN is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P173 DCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 DCN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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