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X126 VNJ

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,811 mi
Last recorded72,811 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2010
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX126 VNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2010 72,811 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Sep 2009 61,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 61,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 48,691 miles

Hand brake slack needs to be reduced.

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 35,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Sep 2007 35,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 26,058 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 22,521 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 22,521 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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X126 VNJ 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 66.7%.

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 X126 VNJ, 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 X126 VNJ?

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What year was X126 VNJ registered?

X126 VNJ is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X126 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X126 VNJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X126 VNJ have outstanding finance?

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