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L21 MGU

2017 Suzuki Baleno

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,027 mi
Last recorded69,027 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Baleno35,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL21 MGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 69,027 miles

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

Manufactures body under trays restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers restricting inspection of components Manufactures suspension covers restricting inspection of components

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 60,421 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 51,911 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 42,916 miles

covers fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2022 35,345 miles

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))

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components.

Pass 21 Jan 2021 28,160 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated.

Offside Front Ball joint cover slightly deteriorated

Fail 21 Jan 2021 28,160 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated.

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

Offside Front Ball joint cover slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 21,899 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

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

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

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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L21 MGU is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L21 MGU, 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 L21 MGU registered?

L21 MGU is a 2017 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 27 January 2017.

Is L21 MGU safe to buy?

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