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KJ17 BFX

2017 Suzuki Baleno

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

78,089 mi
Last recorded78,089 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Baleno35,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ17 BFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 78,089 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 63,951 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 63,949 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 56,627 miles

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 31 May 2024 56,626 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2023 50,369 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 46,747 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))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/15/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70 percent worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70 percent worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 33,626 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 33,626 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 26,971 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 26,971 miles

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

TPMS INDICATES A FAULT

Pass 11 Jun 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

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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KJ17 BFX is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 KJ17 BFX, 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 KJ17 BFX registered?

KJ17 BFX is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 19 June 2017.

Is KJ17 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ17 BFX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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