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AP16 SKJ

2016 Suzuki Baleno

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,804 mi
Last recorded108,804 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Baleno37,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 SKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 108,804 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 98,545 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 98,545 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 88,689 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 68,108 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 67,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 56,032 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 56,032 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 36,368 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,169 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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AP16 SKJ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 AP16 SKJ, 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 AP16 SKJ registered?

AP16 SKJ is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 6 August 2016.

Is AP16 SKJ safe to buy?

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