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P237 OUM

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,634 mi
Last recorded117,634 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 OUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 117,634 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 117,634 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 112,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 112,697 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 105,812 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 105,750 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 98,738 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 98,738 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2007 92,253 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 92,253 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 85,035 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 84,932 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2005 77,932 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2005 77,932 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (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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P237 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P237 OUM, 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

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What year was P237 OUM registered?

P237 OUM is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P237 OUM safe to buy?

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