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P516 TYS

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 TYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2007

Inner Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

advise both sill on corsion

Pass 23 Mar 2006 48,590 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 48,456 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

petrol pipes rusting

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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P516 TYS is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 P516 TYS, 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 P516 TYS registered?

P516 TYS is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P516 TYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P516 TYS shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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