2016 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · HK16 FFJ
2016 Suzuki Baleno (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 89,680 miles. MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI BALENO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,680 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HK16 FFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2025
- 89,680 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HK16 FFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Suzuki Baleno (HK16 FFJ) between June 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”.
HK16 FFJ Mileage History
- 14/06/202273,159 mi
- 27/06/202381,022 mi+7,863 mi
- 18/04/202485,593 mi+4,571 mi
- 24/04/202483,596 mi-1,997 mi
- 17/04/202589,680 mi+6,084 mi
Average of roughly 5,813 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Baleno (2016-2019)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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