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R230 ERP

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,536 mi
Last recorded159,536 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2008 159,536 miles

BONNET DAMAGED BUT LATCHES SECURELY

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

SURFACE CORROSION UNDERBODY/COMPONENTS/PRESCRIBED AREAS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 159,534 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

BONNET DAMAGED BUT LATCHES SECURELY

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

SURFACE CORROSION UNDERBODY/COMPONENTS/PRESCRIBED AREAS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 139,631 miles

nearside rear tyre side wall starting to perish

Fail 12 Dec 2006 120,624 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 120,624 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 108,600 miles

front number plate cracked

oil leak

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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R230 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 75,608 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 R230 ERP, 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 28 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 R230 ERP registered?

R230 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R230 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 ERP shows 6 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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