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P27 MLK

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,725 mi
Last recorded120,725 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2013
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 MLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2013 120,725 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 120,724 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 120,068 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2011 114,541 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 106,822 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 104,385 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 95,204 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 83,598 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 83,526 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 70,590 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 63,107 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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P27 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P27 MLK, 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 P27 MLK registered?

P27 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 September 1996.

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