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P686 YHG

1996 Suzuki Baleno

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

124,796 mi
Last recorded124,796 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 YHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 124,796 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 124,796 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 119,616 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 119,616 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 116,139 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 116,139 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 106,930 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 106,739 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 94,712 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 84,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

airbag light on

Fail 16 Nov 2010 72,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 72,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 62,409 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 62,409 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 55,755 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 52,245 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 52,238 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 31,908 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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P686 YHG is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 P686 YHG, 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 P686 YHG registered?

P686 YHG is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 November 1996.

Is P686 YHG safe to buy?

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