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OUI 2705

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,147 mi
Last recorded121,147 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 2705
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2015 121,147 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2014 109,860 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 104,026 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 97,322 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 90,459 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 90,459 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 83,232 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 76,255 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 Mar 2008 67,645 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 67,645 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 58,489 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 50,377 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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OUI 2705 is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OUI 2705, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUI 2705 registered?

OUI 2705 is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 14 March 1998.

Is OUI 2705 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 2705 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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