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P373 RGP

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,895 mi
Last recorded78,895 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP373 RGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2012 78,895 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 78,895 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 77,094 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2011 77,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 75,806 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 73,846 miles

rear number plate is deteriorating.

Pass 28 Feb 2008 72,782 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 72,782 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 70,018 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 70,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 65,599 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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P373 RGP is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 P373 RGP, 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 P373 RGP?

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What year was P373 RGP registered?

P373 RGP is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P373 RGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P373 RGP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P373 RGP have outstanding finance?

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