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X218 EKL

2001 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,354 mi
Last recorded76,354 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Baleno66,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX218 EKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 76,354 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 75,181 miles

Both front dip beam patterns weak

Slight oil leak sump area

Vehicle showing signs of corrsion

Fail 14 Mar 2014 75,157 miles

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

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)

Both front dip beam patterns weak

Slight oil leak sump area

Vehicle showing signs of corrsion

Pass 27 Dec 2012 73,594 miles

REAR EXHAUST OUTER SKIN SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED

Pass 28 Dec 2011 72,355 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both cv gaitors deteriorated

slight corrosion on underside of car

Pass 6 Dec 2010 70,802 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

engine oil leak

gearbox driveshaft oil seal leaking n/s

nearside and offside rear tyres tread perishing

Pass 5 Feb 2010 68,828 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 65,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 65,875 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2008 64,036 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 64,036 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 60,711 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 51,497 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 35,242 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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X218 EKL is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X218 EKL, 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.

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What year was X218 EKL registered?

X218 EKL is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 13 January 2001.

Is X218 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X218 EKL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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