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Y298 TNB

2001 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,106 mi
Last recorded43,106 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Baleno66,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 TNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2013 43,106 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,106 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 39,757 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 37,605 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear brake slightly binding

Fail 22 Jan 2011 37,605 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Jan 2010 35,005 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 31,044 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jan 2008 26,331 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 23,407 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 23,407 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2006 15,107 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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Y298 TNB is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 66,274 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 Y298 TNB, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y298 TNB registered?

Y298 TNB is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y298 TNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y298 TNB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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