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W257 DUB

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,417 mi
Last recorded66,417 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 DUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 66,417 miles

rear reg dirty

Pass 12 Dec 2012 59,082 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 59,082 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 51,439 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 43,827 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 38,111 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 34,567 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,217 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 31,217 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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W257 DUB is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W257 DUB, 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

How do I check the history of W257 DUB?

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What year was W257 DUB registered?

W257 DUB is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W257 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W257 DUB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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