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ED07 SAM

2017 Suzuki Baleno

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,721 mi
Last recorded34,721 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Baleno35,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationED07 SAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 34,721 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 May 2026 34,628 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 30,392 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS & OS scored and corroded - moderate (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining, increased wear on edges and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NS & OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS 3-4mm tread remaining, increased wear on edges and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 26,654 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 22,433 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 18,745 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 13,595 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 8,634 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2020

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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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ED07 SAM is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ED07 SAM, 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 ED07 SAM registered?

ED07 SAM is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is ED07 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for ED07 SAM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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