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P208 TFU

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,861 mi
Last recorded28,861 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 TFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 28,861 miles

various sections of minor corrosion

Fail 27 Jun 2019 28,855 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

various sections of minor corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2018 28,438 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 27,978 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 27,668 miles

underside of body rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2015 27,225 miles

underside at rear rusty

Pass 23 Jun 2014 26,934 miles

vehicle underside at rear rusty

Pass 20 Jun 2013 26,631 miles

underneath of vehicle is heavily corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,519 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 26,390 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 25,690 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 25,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 24,025 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 23,442 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 23,253 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 22,375 miles

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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P208 TFU is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P208 TFU, 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 P208 TFU registered?

P208 TFU is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P208 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 TFU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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