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M13 ONT

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,789 mi
Last recorded87,789 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 ONT
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 87,789 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 84,995 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 77,592 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 71,595 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front discs worn and pitted but not considered excessive

Pass 4 Jan 2010 68,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

middle and rear exhaust is in poor condition

Pass 5 Jan 2009 65,507 miles

o/s/r road wheel damaged

Fail 3 Jan 2009 65,506 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r road wheel damaged

Fail 18 Dec 2007 61,073 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 61,073 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 55,590 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 55,527 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 50,724 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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M13 ONT is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 79,682 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 M13 ONT, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M13 ONT registered?

M13 ONT is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is M13 ONT safe to buy?

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