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R251 CVM

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

114,670 mi
Last recorded114,670 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 CVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 114,670 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 May 2009 114,670 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2008 95,310 miles

Offside Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 May 2008 95,310 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 85,456 miles

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

rear number plate

Pass 28 Apr 2006 77,732 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 77,732 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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R251 CVM is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 R251 CVM, 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.

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What year was R251 CVM registered?

R251 CVM is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R251 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 CVM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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