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N169 VTH

1996 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,157 mi
Last recorded130,157 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Baleno80,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN169 VTH
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 130,157 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 130,137 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 125,621 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 116,713 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

nearside and offside rear tyres are slightley

Fail 24 Jul 2013 116,713 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside and offside rear tyres are slightley

Pass 29 Jun 2012 106,756 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 106,741 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 104,060 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

full inspection of sills not possible, covered in mouldings.

Pass 3 Jul 2010 102,000 miles

full inspection of sills not possible, covered in mouldings.

Fail 23 Jun 2010 101,996 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

full inspection of sills not possible, covered in mouldings.

Pass 22 Feb 2008 98,754 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 86,592 miles

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

full inspection of sills not possible, covered in mouldings.

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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N169 VTH is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N169 VTH, 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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N169 VTH is a 1996 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 3 April 1996.

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