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HG16 GBZ

2016 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,914 mi
Last recorded54,914 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Baleno37,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG16 GBZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 54,914 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

small chip on windscreen

Pass 10 Mar 2025 47,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

small chip on windscreen

Pass 4 Mar 2024 37,369 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))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 37,369 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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 6 Mar 2023 26,622 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 19,553 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 16,448 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 16,448 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 13,132 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 10,733 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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HG16 GBZ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 37,401 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG16 GBZ, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG16 GBZ registered?

HG16 GBZ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is HG16 GBZ safe to buy?

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