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N417 KGF

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,551 mi
Last recorded87,551 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN417 KGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 87,551 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 87,544 miles

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 84,002 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 79,993 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 76,593 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 73,040 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 73,040 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 68,892 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 66,003 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 61,378 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 61,378 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 57,685 miles

nearside front lower arm ball joint boot split

Fail 4 Feb 2008 54,374 miles

Front and rear registration plates some deterioation

Nearside front inner c.v boot weeping grease

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 54,374 miles

Front and rear registration plates some deterioation

Nearside front inner c.v boot weeping grease

Pass 9 Feb 2007 51,124 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 51,124 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 48,204 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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N417 KGF is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 N417 KGF, 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 N417 KGF registered?

N417 KGF is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N417 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N417 KGF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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