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P303 MNO

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,482 mi
Last recorded87,482 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP303 MNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 87,482 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 77,927 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2011 77,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 66,499 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 56,772 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 56,772 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 47,902 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 47,902 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 41,954 miles

exhaust system hanging low and out of alignment

power steering resivoir and pipes damp

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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P303 MNO is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P303 MNO, 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 P303 MNO registered?

P303 MNO is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P303 MNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P303 MNO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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