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P260 KJH

1997 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

171,757 mi
Last recorded171,757 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Baleno79,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 KJH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 171,757 miles

Windscreen damage outside swept area!

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 171,757 miles

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

Windscreen damage outside swept area!

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 164,024 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 156,032 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 147,171 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 147,171 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 136,192 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 136,192 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 125,893 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 125,893 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 116,262 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 102,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2006 102,233 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 92,378 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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P260 KJH is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P260 KJH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P260 KJH registered?

P260 KJH is a 1997 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P260 KJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P260 KJH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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