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N159 JBK

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,109 mi
Last recorded65,109 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 JBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2007 65,109 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2007 65,109 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 59,030 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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N159 JBK is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N159 JBK, 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 N159 JBK registered?

N159 JBK is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N159 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N159 JBK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N159 JBK have outstanding finance?

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