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S189 HGU

1999 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,264 mi
Last recorded126,264 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Baleno72,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS189 HGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 126,264 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle service brake effort only just meets requirements

Slight drag osr wheel

Pass 20 Jan 2017 123,375 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 119,472 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 115,581 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 112,656 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 106,821 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 106,821 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 102,457 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 102,457 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 97,983 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 97,983 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 92,061 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 92,061 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 85,490 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 77,373 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 69,715 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 61,504 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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S189 HGU is a 1999 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 72,740 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 S189 HGU, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S189 HGU registered?

S189 HGU is a 1999 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is S189 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S189 HGU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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