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R198 GWY

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,262 mi
Last recorded71,262 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 GWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2009 71,262 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 61,889 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 43,097 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 38,606 miles

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

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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R198 GWY is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 75,608 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 R198 GWY, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R198 GWY?

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What year was R198 GWY registered?

R198 GWY is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R198 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R198 GWY shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R198 GWY have outstanding finance?

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