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W973 YKM

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,957 mi
Last recorded112,957 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW973 YKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 112,957 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 112,957 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Wheel binding slightly when turned by hand

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 109,650 miles

brake pipes undersealed

Fail 15 Jun 2015 104,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear tail light cracked but not emitting white light

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 104,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear tail light cracked but not emitting white light

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 98,123 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 98,123 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 91,230 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 86,822 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 80,649 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 77,002 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 73,717 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 70,891 miles

front registration plate cracked

Fail 24 Jun 2008 70,859 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front registration plate cracked

Pass 19 Jun 2007 60,147 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 40,357 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 18,103 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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W973 YKM is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W973 YKM, 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 W973 YKM registered?

W973 YKM is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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