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R157 XTP

1998 Suzuki Baleno

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,071 mi
Last recorded43,071 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Baleno75,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 XTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,071 miles

nearside front and nearside rear tyres worn near legal limit.

rear silencer baffles loose.

Fail 30 Jun 2014 42,967 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

nearside front and nearside rear tyres worn near legal limit.

rear silencer baffles loose.

Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,303 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

light cracking c.v. boots

rear exhaust det

Fail 11 Jun 2013 33,303 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

light cracking c.v. boots

rear exhaust det

Pass 6 Jun 2012 145,727 miles

Minor damage all round vehicle body.

Rear brake compensator spring weak.

Sill covers at time of test.

Fail 6 Jun 2012 145,727 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Minor damage all round vehicle body.

Nearside headlamp aim approaching lower limit.

Rear brake compensator spring weak.

Sill covers at time of test.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,530 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2011 18,530 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 17,746 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,344 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 16,501 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 15,428 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 14,343 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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R157 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R157 XTP, 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.

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What year was R157 XTP registered?

R157 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R157 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 XTP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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