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P221 TGF

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,549 mi
Last recorded93,549 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 TGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2009 93,549 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 5 Aug 2008 92,100 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 90,289 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 90,285 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 88,270 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (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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P221 TGF is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P221 TGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P221 TGF?

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What year was P221 TGF registered?

P221 TGF is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P221 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 TGF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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