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P499 BPJ

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,527 mi
Last recorded81,527 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP499 BPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 May 2015 81,527 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 52,330 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 46,798 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,550 miles

Rear silencer in poor condition

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

Pass 12 May 2011 52,894 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 39,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 38,477 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 35,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 33,505 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 32,386 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 30,725 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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P499 BPJ is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P499 BPJ, 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 P499 BPJ registered?

P499 BPJ is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P499 BPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P499 BPJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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