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P318 AFC

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,706 mi
Last recorded53,706 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP318 AFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 53,706 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 53,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 45,940 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 45,121 miles

Front brake discs starting to rust

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 43,392 miles

front brake discs rusty

front wiper blades starting to split at ends

Pass 24 Oct 2006 41,492 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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P318 AFC is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 80,948 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 P318 AFC, 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 30 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 P318 AFC?

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What year was P318 AFC registered?

P318 AFC is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P318 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P318 AFC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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