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BJ17 TNZ

2017 Suzuki Baleno

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,324 mi
Last recorded59,324 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Baleno35,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ17 TNZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 59,324 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive disc backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive disc backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 59,320 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive disc backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive disc backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 46,734 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 37,698 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 32,377 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 26,689 miles

185/55r16

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,004 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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BJ17 TNZ is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 35,509 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 BJ17 TNZ, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BJ17 TNZ registered?

BJ17 TNZ is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 25 March 2017.

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