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YW16 WLJ

2016 Suzuki Baleno

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,433 mi
Last recorded36,433 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Baleno37,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW16 WLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 36,433 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 34,463 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to n/s/r flexy hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r flexy hose corroded borderline (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -corroded borderline (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front brake discs inner surfaces delaminating

Pass 14 Jun 2023 29,350 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear mid sections x2 corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material -corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 25,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 21,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

undertray damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2021 21,457 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

undertray damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2020 18,443 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 19 Jun 2019 14,599 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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YW16 WLJ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 37,401 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 YW16 WLJ, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YW16 WLJ registered?

YW16 WLJ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 20 June 2016.

Is YW16 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW16 WLJ shows 8 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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