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P271 WDE

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,818 mi
Last recorded91,818 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 WDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2011 91,818 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 90,327 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 84,674 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 78,702 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 72,744 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 72,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 66,763 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 61,069 miles

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

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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P271 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Silver 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 P271 WDE, 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 P271 WDE?

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What year was P271 WDE registered?

P271 WDE is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P271 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 WDE 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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