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N497 GLB

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,652 mi
Last recorded63,652 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN497 GLB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 63,652 miles

exhaust rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2015 63,652 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust rusty

Pass 30 Oct 2014 62,700 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 62,700 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 61,525 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 60,049 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 60,049 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2011 59,356 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front number plate cracked

nearside & offside front & rear brakes slightly dragging

nearside & offside reverse lights not working

Pass 2 Mar 2010 58,407 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 21 Jan 2009 57,449 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 57,449 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 55,994 miles

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 2 Jan 2007 54,345 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 54,330 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 53,262 miles

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

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

offside front tyre valve cap missing

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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N497 GLB is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N497 GLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N497 GLB registered?

N497 GLB is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N497 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N497 GLB shows 15 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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