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X57 VHJ

2001 Suzuki Baleno

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,417 mi
Last recorded113,417 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Baleno66,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX57 VHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 113,417 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 110,745 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 107,644 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 104,168 miles

engine management light on

Pass 25 Mar 2015 100,722 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 97,411 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 93,231 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 93,231 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 89,290 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 89,243 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, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 84,767 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 78,907 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 74,559 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 68,525 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 59,754 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 48,567 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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X57 VHJ is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X57 VHJ, 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 X57 VHJ registered?

X57 VHJ is a 2001 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 13 January 2001.

Is X57 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X57 VHJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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