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X198 TKK

2001 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,343 mi
Last recorded53,343 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Baleno66,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX198 TKK
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2025 53,343 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 53,046 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 52,954 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 52,720 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 52,720 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 52,354 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 52,040 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 51,730 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 51,428 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 51,076 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 50,734 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 50,734 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,379 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 6 Sep 2012 50,379 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Aug 2011 50,044 miles

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

offside number plate light bulb sligtly dim

Pass 9 Sep 2010 49,702 miles

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

o/s/r lamp retaining bolt missing

Pass 25 Sep 2009 49,331 miles

offside front tyre sidewall "scuffed"

Pass 15 Jan 2008 48,563 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 48,255 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2006 47,867 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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X198 TKK is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 66,274 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 X198 TKK, 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 25 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 X198 TKK registered?

X198 TKK is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 3 February 2001.

Is X198 TKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X198 TKK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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