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P230 XFV

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,009 mi
Last recorded66,009 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP230 XFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 66,009 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 65,231 miles

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

coolant radiator in poor condition

wipers in poor condition

Pass 8 Jun 2010 64,754 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

all brake pipes slightly corroded

front discs slightly pitted

front drop link bushes slightly deteriorated

slight exhaust corrosion

slight play in nearside rack end

Fail 8 Jun 2010 64,754 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

all brake pipes slightly corroded

front discs slightly pitted

front drop link bushes slightly deteriorated

slight exhaust corrosion

slight play in nearside rack end

Pass 14 Feb 2009 61,829 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 58,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 50,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 42,004 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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P230 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P230 XFV, 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 P230 XFV registered?

P230 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P230 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P230 XFV shows 8 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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