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YJ02 GBF

2002 Suzuki Baleno

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,646 mi
Last recorded108,646 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Baleno62,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ02 GBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelBaleno
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 108,646 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 107,693 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 101,828 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 97,532 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 93,063 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 93,063 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 92,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 88,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 May 2012 88,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 76,613 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 76,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2010 62,800 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 49,102 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 38,783 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre starting to crack

Fail 21 May 2008 38,782 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 22 May 2007 32,269 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,407 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YJ02 GBF is a 2002 Suzuki Baleno in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Baleno models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,748 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 YJ02 GBF, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Baleno is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YJ02 GBF is a 2002 Suzuki Baleno, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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