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X242 JHS

2000 Suzuki Baleno

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,022 mi
Last recorded58,022 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2007
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Baleno69,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX242 JHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2007 58,022 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2007 58,022 miles

Brake pedal reservoir fluid level decreases after several brake applications (3.3.C.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Nov 2005 50,169 miles

oil leak

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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X242 JHS is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 X242 JHS, 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 X242 JHS?

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What year was X242 JHS registered?

X242 JHS is a 2000 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 22 September 2000.

Is X242 JHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X242 JHS shows 3 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.

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