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P468 RHR

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2011
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

598,610 mi
Last recorded598,610 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP468 RHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2010 598,610 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 598,610 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 96,490 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2009 96,490 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2008 93,576 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 93,576 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 87,684 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chip in o/s/f h/light

o/s/f lower wishbone corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2007 87,683 miles

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chip in o/s/f h/light

o/s/f lower wishbone corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2006 81,326 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 81,326 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 77,169 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 77,169 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P468 RHR is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P468 RHR, 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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P468 RHR is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 August 1996.

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