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P741 SHG

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,731 mi
Last recorded79,731 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP741 SHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2007 79,731 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 75,342 miles

suspension very soft in auto mode,firm in sports mode

Fail 4 Jan 2007 75,342 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 65,965 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 65,964 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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P741 SHG is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P741 SHG, 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

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What year was P741 SHG registered?

P741 SHG is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P741 SHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P741 SHG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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