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P590 VHB

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

69,657 mi
Last recorded69,657 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP590 VHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 69,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear axle beam rusty

Rear exh box rusty

o\s\n\s\r trailing arms rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2016 66,305 miles

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

o\s\n\s\r inner sills rusty

rear exh box rusty

Pass 16 Jun 2015 62,473 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust box rusty.

Pass 30 Jun 2014 58,142 miles

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

rear exh box rusty

Fail 30 Jun 2014 58,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear exh box rusty

Pass 19 Oct 2012 50,707 miles

n\s\ wiper blade split on ends

rear exh box rusty

Pass 12 Jul 2011 44,239 miles

Oil leak

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

rear number plate stained

Pass 14 Jul 2010 38,392 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 32,707 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 32,707 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 25,787 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 20,287 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 14,937 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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P590 VHB is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P590 VHB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P590 VHB registered?

P590 VHB is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P590 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P590 VHB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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