2017 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · HX17 VEP
2017 Suzuki Baleno (1.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 73,158 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI BALENO
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,158 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HX17 VEP Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 73,158 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HX17 VEP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Suzuki Baleno (HX17 VEP) between February 2020 and August 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
HX17 VEP Mileage History
- 18/02/202020,127 mi
- 16/02/202128,674 mi+8,547 mi
- 16/02/202128,674 mi
- 16/09/202136,081 mi+7,407 mi
- 13/09/202244,389 mi+8,308 mi
- 14/09/202244,395 mi+6 mi
- 25/08/202355,374 mi+10,979 mi
- 09/09/202461,728 mi+6,354 mi
- 09/09/202461,728 mi
- 01/09/202567,531 mi+5,803 mi
- 24/08/202673,158 mi+5,627 mi
Average of roughly 8,142 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Baleno (2016-2019)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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