2016 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · FV16 FFN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a period of reactive repairs following significant mechanical failures. The most recent test in March 2026 at 59,055 miles indicates a pass with only a minor advisory on the nearside front tyre. This follows a trend of worsening condition observed between 2024 and 2025, where critical brake system defects were only addressed after failing the MOT. At 59,055 miles, this ten-year-old Suzuki has covered low annual mileage, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage often suggests short-distance trips, which can contribute to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion despite low mechanical wear. The mileage accumulation is consistent between annual tests, with roughly 3,500 miles driven between 2024 and 2025, and another 3,300 miles between early 2025 and 2026, indicating a stable but light usage pattern. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the brake lines. The tester previously flagged excessive corrosion on the nearside rear, offside rear, and offside front brake pipes in March 2025. While these were replaced to secure the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of corrosion across multiple lines suggests a vulnerability to environmental factors or poor fluid maintenance. The parking brake system also requires verification, as it failed in March 2024 for low efficiency, indicating the cables or shoes may not be properly adjusted. The nearside front tyre has been flagged for cracking and perishing in two consecutive years during March 2025 and March 2026. This confirms that the rubber is degrading due to age rather than tread depth depletion. A purchaser should check all remaining tyres for similar sidewall cracking or structural damage, as the low-mileage profile of the vehicle often leads to dry rot before the tyre reaches its legal limit.