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W226 LAJ

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,211 mi
Last recorded98,211 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW226 LAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 98,211 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 98,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass & Advise: Both rear tyres, inner sidewall starting to crack.

Pass & Advise: Nearside rear brake slightly binding.

Pass & Advise: Offside front tyre feathering on inner edge.

Pass & advise: ALL UNDERBODY Brake pipework corroding, but not yet to excess.

Pass 14 May 2010 94,289 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 May 2010 94,289 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 89,021 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 89,021 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 82,848 miles

front n/side tyre has small cut in outer side wall

Pass 9 Feb 2007 79,094 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 71,887 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 71,887 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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W226 LAJ is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,016 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 W226 LAJ, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W226 LAJ registered?

W226 LAJ is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W226 LAJ safe to buy?

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