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N304 DLV

1996 Suzuki Baleno

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,688 mi
Last recorded61,688 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN304 DLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 61,688 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 61,401 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 60,231 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 60,211 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 58,942 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,882 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 57,654 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 56,562 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 55,439 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 54,232 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 52,980 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 51,015 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 14 Jan 2009 51,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 24 Jan 2008 47,006 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 45,041 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s front tyre is very worn

Fail 22 Mar 2007 45,041 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 40,676 miles

DUST COVERS ARE SPLIT ON O/S AND N/S FRONT SUSPENSION BOTTOM BALL JOINTS N/S FRONT FLASHER LENSE

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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N304 DLV is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 N304 DLV, 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.

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What year was N304 DLV registered?

N304 DLV is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N304 DLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N304 DLV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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