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W231 MKW

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,076 mi
Last recorded49,076 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 MKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 49,076 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 49,076 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexible pipe to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 47,255 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in various place (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 45,783 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,453 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 27 May 2015 42,906 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2014 41,156 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,559 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 38,559 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,225 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2011 32,852 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 30,582 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 28,944 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 27,631 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 24,060 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 22,318 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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W231 MKW is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 W231 MKW, 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.

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What year was W231 MKW registered?

W231 MKW is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 29 June 2000.

Is W231 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W231 MKW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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