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R238 ERP

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,519 mi
Last recorded135,519 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 ERP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 135,519 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 132,436 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 132,436 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 128,367 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 117,969 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 114,519 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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R238 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R238 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

How do I check the history of R238 ERP?

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What year was R238 ERP registered?

R238 ERP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R238 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 ERP 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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