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AV66 FBL

2016 Suzuki Baleno

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

65,266 mi
Last recorded65,266 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Baleno37,401 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV66 FBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 65,266 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 58,916 miles

offside rear brakes showing some binding

Pass 25 Sep 2023 53,880 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 53,788 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SMEARING (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 48,263 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 43,242 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 43,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,591 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 37,591 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 24,303 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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AV66 FBL is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno in Blue 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 AV66 FBL, 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 AV66 FBL registered?

AV66 FBL is a 2016 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 23 September 2016.

Is AV66 FBL safe to buy?

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