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P182 BRS

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,419 mi
Last recorded46,419 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP182 BRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,419 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coil spring seats are rusted

front lower suspension arms are rusted

front sub-frame mounting area is rusted

n/s front tyre is worn toi the legal limit

n/s sill is damaged

n/s sill is rusted and weak

the underside of the car is dry and rusted

various brake pipes are rusted

Fail 27 Mar 2009 46,419 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coil spring seats are rusted

front lower suspension arms are rusted

front sub-frame mounting area is rusted

n/s front tyre is worn toi the legal limit

n/s front tyre outer side wall is scuffed and starting to perish

n/s sill is damaged

the underside of the car is dry and rusted

various brake pipes are rusted

Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,337 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f tyre sidewall starting to perish

only just past emission test may need attention for next test

Pass 18 Oct 2006 41,532 miles

nearside sill damaged

Fail 10 Oct 2006 41,529 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside sill damaged

Pass 17 Oct 2005 40,574 miles

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

o/s/f brake pipe corroded - n/s/f brake pipe covered in sealer

o/s/f brake sticky

o/s/r and n/s/r tailing arm (front) bushes worn

rear exhaust box outer casing corroded

rear number plate lights dull

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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P182 BRS is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 80,948 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 P182 BRS, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P182 BRS registered?

P182 BRS is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 24 September 1996.

Is P182 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P182 BRS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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